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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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Lead Poisoning Robs Nairobi Children of Their Cognitive Potential - Study
Kenya

Lead Poisoning Robs Nairobi Children of Their Cognitive Potential - Study

A recent study conducted by a joint team of Kenyan and American researchers has recognised a troubling trend of lead exposure among pregnant women in Nairobi. The study, published in the journal Environmental Health P…

Apr 2, 2024
Unlucky in the H-1B Visa Lottery? Consider These 4 Alternative Visa Options
Immigration

Unlucky in the H-1B Visa Lottery? Consider These 4 Alternative Visa Options

The H-1B visa is a popular option for skilled foreign workers seeking employment in the United States. However, many qualified individuals are not selected in the annual lottery due to the high number of applicants an…

Apr 2, 2024
Kenyan Buyers to Benefit from Japanese Used Car Auction in Naivasha
Business

Kenyan Buyers to Benefit from Japanese Used Car Auction in Naivasha

The Special Economic Zones Authority (Seza), led by CEO Dr Kenneth Chelule, is gearing up for the highly anticipated launch of an auction for Japanese used cars in Naivasha, Nakuru County. This initiative, scheduled t…

Apr 2, 2024
Meru Deputy Speaker Seriously Injured in Road Accident, Daughter Dies
Kenya

Meru Deputy Speaker Seriously Injured in Road Accident, Daughter Dies

Meru County Assembly Deputy Speaker Mwenda Ali was on Tuesday involved in a head-on collision on the Meru-Embu road. Sadly, his young daughter Mellisa Makena died in the accident. The incident occurred near Kivwe vill…

Apr 2, 2024
Mobile Consular Services Reach Kenyans in the USA, Turkey and Ethiopia
Diaspora

Mobile Consular Services Reach Kenyans in the USA, Turkey and Ethiopia

The Kenyan government has launched its latest round of Mobile Consular Services (MCS) to assist Kenyans living abroad with accessing vital documents and consular services. Teams have been dispatched to Istanbul, Turke…

Apr 2, 2024
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Ambassador Big Ted Calls for Financial Literacy and Community Empowerment Within Kenya's Diaspora
Diaspora

Ambassador Big Ted Calls for Financial Literacy and Community Empowerment Within Kenya's Diaspora

In a heartfelt farewell address delivered to a gathering in Seattle, Thomas Kwaka affectionately known as Big Ted, reflected upon his tenure as the Kenyan Ambassador to the United States. His speech resonated deeply w…

Apr 2, 2024
Senate Committee to Investigate Implications of Sending Nurses Abroad
Kenya

Senate Committee to Investigate Implications of Sending Nurses Abroad

Kenya's healthcare sector faces a growing crisis as many nurses seek employment abroad. Senator George Mbugua has called upon the Standing Committee on Health to investigate this trend. The investigation will focus on…

Apr 1, 2024
Sakaja Mandates Kanjos to Detain Kenyans Recording Raids
Kenya

Sakaja Mandates Kanjos to Detain Kenyans Recording Raids

Nairobi Governor Johnson Sakaja has ignited controversy with a recent directive granting kanjos the authority to apprehend individuals who record them during raids. This decision comes in response to mounting tensions…

Apr 1, 2024
Kalonzo Alleges Ruto's Rigging Plans Ahead of 2027 Polls
Kenya

Kalonzo Alleges Ruto's Rigging Plans Ahead of 2027 Polls

Wiper leader Kalonzo Musyoka has levelled serious allegations against the Kenya Kwanza coalition accusing them of attempting to undermine the implementation of the National Dialogue Committee (Nadco) report. Kalonzo v…

Apr 1, 2024
Shilling Bounces Back, Recoups Half the Value Lost
Business

Shilling Bounces Back, Recoups Half the Value Lost

The Kenyan shilling's recent appreciation offers a sigh of relief for consumers and businesses alike. As a net importer, Kenya has long grappled with the challenges of a weak currency, which translates into higher imp…

Mar 31, 2024
JKIA Introduces New Luggage Delivery Service and Announces Expansion Plans
Business

JKIA Introduces New Luggage Delivery Service and Announces Expansion Plans

Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA) has launched a new service known as Airport Mtaani in a move designed to enhance traveller convenience. This initiative streamlines the luggage claim process by allowing pass…

Mar 31, 2024
Kalonzo, Wamalwa Threatens Street Protests Over Stalled Electoral Justice Reforms
Kenya

Kalonzo, Wamalwa Threatens Street Protests Over Stalled Electoral Justice Reforms

Wiper leader Kalonzo Musyoka has threatened the resumption of protests if the implementation of the National Dialogue Committee's (Nadco) report on electoral justice recommendations is halted. This statement comes in…

Mar 31, 2024
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First Year JKUAT Student Commits Suicide in University Hostel
Kenya

First Year JKUAT Student Commits Suicide in University Hostel

A first-year student at Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology (JKUAT) tragically lost his life by suicide on Saturday night in the university hostel. The family has confirmed this devastating news. Jo…

Mar 31, 2024
Court Verdict Shakes Up Ruto-Raila Pact
Kenya

Court Verdict Shakes Up Ruto-Raila Pact

Kenya's fragile political truce faces a potential disruption following a recent High Court decision that temporarily halted the National Dialogue Committee's (NADCO) proposed audit of the 2022 presidential election. T…

Mar 31, 2024
Uhuru Park Reopens to the Public After Extensive Renovations
Kenya

Uhuru Park Reopens to the Public After Extensive Renovations

Nairobi residents can rejoice as Uhuru Park has officially reopened its gates after a two-year renovation project. Governor Johnson Sakaja announced the reopening on Saturday during a gathering for private security gu…

Mar 30, 2024
Mombasa Woman Fights for Her Life After Boyfriend Scalds Her Face with Boiling Oil
Kenya

Mombasa Woman Fights for Her Life After Boyfriend Scalds Her Face with Boiling Oil

A Kenyan woman in Mombasa finds herself in a critical condition after a horrific domestic violence incident. Her boyfriend Isaac Kahinga, reportedly 29 years old, allegedly threw scalding hot oil on her during an argu…

Mar 30, 2024
Kalonzo to Ruto: Brace for Political Tsunami to Oust Your Regime
Kenya

Kalonzo to Ruto: Brace for Political Tsunami to Oust Your Regime

Wiper leader Kalonzo Musyoka has issued a stern warning to President William Ruto, cautioning him about an impending political wave that could potentially unseat him from power. Musyoka has also put politicians from t…

Mar 29, 2024
Woman Narrates How Whatsapp Threats Landed Her in Prison
Kenya

Woman Narrates How Whatsapp Threats Landed Her in Prison

Patricia Kinyua's marriage initially seemed blissful, but conflicts eventually arose, as is common in many relationships. What she never anticipated was that a heated disagreement with her husband, fueled by anger and…

Mar 29, 2024
Six Christians Shot Dead in Somalia
Diaspora

Six Christians Shot Dead in Somalia

On Friday morning, a group of terrorists targeted Kenyan hawkers engaged in cross-border trade, killing at least six individuals. The victims, believed to be Christians, were reportedly shot at close range, suggesting…

Mar 29, 2024
Deadly Love Triangle: Kitengela Man Burnt to Death in Bungalow Fire
Kenya

Deadly Love Triangle: Kitengela Man Burnt to Death in Bungalow Fire

A puzzling case of self-immolation in Kitengela, Kajiado County, has taken a surprising turn as detectives investigate the possibility of a love triangle. The incident unfolded on Wednesday morning when 48-year-old Vi…

Mar 29, 2024
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