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Martin Olage

News Writer

Martin Olage is a news writer at Mwakilishi, covering Kenyan, diaspora and international news. He joined Mwakilishi in 2023 and writes daily on the stories shaping Kenya and its diaspora.

His reporting runs from politics and current affairs at home to immigration policy, work opportunities and community life abroad.

He aims to keep Kenyans everywhere connected to the news that affects them, wherever they are.

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UK to Enforce Annual English Tests for Migrant Graduates
Immigration

UK to Enforce Annual English Tests for Migrant Graduates

The United Kingdom government under the leadership of Prime Minister Rishi Sunak is undertaking a comprehensive overhaul of the Graduate Route scheme, a program designed to facilitate the immigration of international…

May 22, 2024
Kenyan High Commission in London Among Top Defaulters as UK Demands £541 Million in Unpaid Congestion Fees
Diaspora

Kenyan High Commission in London Among Top Defaulters as UK Demands £541 Million in Unpaid Congestion Fees

The Kenya High Commission in London is embroiled in a dispute with Transport for London (TfL) regarding unpaid congestion charges. The City of London has demanded a hefty Sh541 million from Kenya, highlighting the per…

May 22, 2024
Kenyan Farmer in US Confronts President Ruto Over Fake Fertilizer Losses
Diaspora

Kenyan Farmer in US Confronts President Ruto Over Fake Fertilizer Losses

On Wednesday, May 22, a Kenyan farmer living in the United States confronted President William Ruto over losses suffered from purchasing fake fertilizer. The farmer, a member of the diaspora community, expressed his f…

May 22, 2024
Azimio Slams Ruto's Extravagant US Flight Amid Economic Woes
Kenya

Azimio Slams Ruto's Extravagant US Flight Amid Economic Woes

Azimio coalition has raised concerns over President William Ruto's use of an extravagant Sh200 million luxury flight to the United States deeming it a wasteful expenditure. The opposition party's criticism comes amid…

May 22, 2024
Ruto Pitches for Grammy Awards to be Held in Masai Mara
Entertainment

Ruto Pitches for Grammy Awards to be Held in Masai Mara

President William Ruto has recognized the immense potential of the film industry within his nation. His viewpoint was sparked during his recent visit to the renowned Tyler Perry Studios in the United States, a colossa…

May 22, 2024
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Kioni Reveals Reasons Behind Uhuru's Selection as Mt Kenya Kingpin
Kenya

Kioni Reveals Reasons Behind Uhuru's Selection as Mt Kenya Kingpin

Jubilee Secretary General Jeremiah Kioni has shed light on the rationale behind selecting former President Uhuru Kenyatta as the region's political kingpin despite his retirement from active politics. Kioni's remarks…

May 21, 2024
Germany Introduces Opportunity Card to Attract Skilled Global Talent
Immigration

Germany Introduces Opportunity Card to Attract Skilled Global Talent

Germany is set to introduce a revolutionary program in June 2024 that will make it easier for skilled non-European workers to seek employment opportunities within its borders. Dubbed the "Opportunity Card," this visa…

May 21, 2024
Big Ted Praises Kenyan Workforce in the US
Diaspora

Big Ted Praises Kenyan Workforce in the US

Former Kenya's Consul General for Los Angeles Thomas Kwaka popularly known as Big Ted has provided an insightful perspective on his experience representing Kenya in the United States. He draws comparisons between the…

May 21, 2024
President Ruto Seeks Stronger US Ties to Bolster Regional Stability and Development
Kenya

President Ruto Seeks Stronger US Ties to Bolster Regional Stability and Development

During his inaugural State Visit to the United States, Kenyan President William Ruto delivered a compelling regional message while engaging in bilateral discussions. Although he addressed pertinent topics such as clim…

May 21, 2024
Kenyan YouTuber Ordered to Pay MP Millions in Landmark Defamation Case
Lifestyle

Kenyan YouTuber Ordered to Pay MP Millions in Landmark Defamation Case

The Nyamira County High Court has delivered a landmark ruling in a high-profile defamation case involving nominated Member of Parliament Irene Mayaka and Wycliff Asuga Nyaega, a local YouTuber and WhatsApp group membe…

May 21, 2024
Ruto Rallies Diaspora to Invest in Nation's Economic Transformation
Diaspora

Ruto Rallies Diaspora to Invest in Nation's Economic Transformation

Kenyan President William Ruto has implored the diaspora community to actively contribute to the nation's economic development. During a Diaspora Tech Investment Expo and Engagement held at the Cobb Galleria Center in…

May 21, 2024
Gachagua's Camp Gears Up to Reject Finance Bill
Kenya

Gachagua's Camp Gears Up to Reject Finance Bill

A group of Members of Parliament allied with Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua have initiated a strategy to oppose the Finance Bill, 2024, as a means to caution President William Ruto for allegedly sidelining his depu…

May 21, 2024
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Ruto's Lavish US Trip Juxtaposes Harsh Job Realities for Kenyan Youth
Kenya

Ruto's Lavish US Trip Juxtaposes Harsh Job Realities for Kenyan Youth

President William Ruto's State Visit to the United States of America commenced on a remarkable note with the Kenyan Head of State boarding a chartered Boeing Business Jet for the first time, eschewing the nation's cus…

May 20, 2024
Kanze Dena Shares Her Secret Pregnancy Story
Entertainment

Kanze Dena Shares Her Secret Pregnancy Story

Former government spokesperson Kanze Dena has offered a glimpse into a previously undisclosed chapter of her life. Speaking in an interview with Parents Magazine, Dena reveals a hidden pregnancy that occurred shortly…

May 20, 2024
Kamala Harris, William Ruto Discussion to Spotlight Digital Inclusion in Africa
Kenya

Kamala Harris, William Ruto Discussion to Spotlight Digital Inclusion in Africa

US Vice President Kamala Harris is set to engage in a moderated dialogue with Kenyan President William Ruto during his official state visit to the United States. The conversation, hosted by the US-Africa Business Cent…

May 20, 2024
Ruto Ditches Iconic Harambee One for Different Jet in US State Visit
Kenya

Ruto Ditches Iconic Harambee One for Different Jet in US State Visit

President William Ruto's State Visit to the United States has drawn attention not only for its diplomatic significance but also for the unconventional mode of transportation employed. Deviating from the customary use…

May 20, 2024
Transition After Iranian President Raisi's Tragic Death
World

Transition After Iranian President Raisi's Tragic Death

The tragic death of Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi and several top officials in a helicopter crash on Sunday has sent shockwaves throughout the country and the region. According to official reports, the ill-fated hel…

May 20, 2024
Joho Reveals Plan to Exit Politics Alongside Raila's Retirement
Kenya

Joho Reveals Plan to Exit Politics Alongside Raila's Retirement

Former Mombasa Governor Hassan Joho has declared his intention to retire alongside the former prime minister Raila Odinga, barring any persuasion from the Azimio leader himself to reconsider this stance. As a founding…

May 20, 2024
Nyahururu Landlord Welds Door, Traps Minor Over Rent Arrears
Kenya

Nyahururu Landlord Welds Door, Traps Minor Over Rent Arrears

In Nyahururu town, a 14-year-old girl who was supposed to commence her secondary education this year found herself trapped inside a rented house due to overdue rent amounting to Sh15,000. The landlord's agent took the…

May 19, 2024
Kenyan State House Quashes Rumors of Rift Between Ruto and Gachagua
Kenya

Kenyan State House Quashes Rumors of Rift Between Ruto and Gachagua

The Kenyan State House has firmly dispelled reports suggesting a rift between President William Ruto and his deputy Rigathi Gachagua. State House spokesperson Hussein Mohammed has addressed the speculation during a me…

May 19, 2024
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