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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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Kenyan Woman Arrested in India Smuggling Sh26.4 Million Gold
Diaspora

Kenyan Woman Arrested in India Smuggling Sh26.4 Million Gold

Fresh questions have been raised about the effectiveness of security measures at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA) following the apprehension of a Kenyan woman in India for attempting to smuggle gold. Sadia M…

Feb 22, 2024
Kenyans Duped in Alleged Overseas Job Scam
Kenya

Kenyans Duped in Alleged Overseas Job Scam

A recent raid at Amble Beginning Consult Limited in Nairobi has cast a shadow over the company's operations, raising concerns about its legitimacy and sparking investigations into potential fraudulent activities. On F…

Feb 22, 2024
Ruto to Formally Endorse Raila Odinga's AU Bid Next Week
Kenya

Ruto to Formally Endorse Raila Odinga's AU Bid Next Week

President William Ruto is set to officially endorse Raila Odinga for the coveted position of Chairperson of the African Union Commission (AUC). This announcement, expected next week, marks a significant shift in the p…

Feb 22, 2024
US Solicits G20 Support for Kenya's Peacekeeping Mission in Haiti
Kenya

US Solicits G20 Support for Kenya's Peacekeeping Mission in Haiti

US Secretary of State Anthony Blinken is seeking International Support for the Controversial Haiti Peacekeeping Mission. To bolster international backing for the Kenya-led peacekeeping mission in Haiti, US Secretary o…

Feb 22, 2024
Donald Trump Vows to Deport Illegal Immigrants
World

Donald Trump Vows to Deport Illegal Immigrants

Former US President Donald Trump has revealed his plans to address the migrant influx and secure the nation's borders. Trump expresses his strong resolve and determination as he presents his plan to address the issue…

Feb 21, 2024
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Countries Reduce Visa Wait Times While Others Suffer Backlogs
Immigration

Countries Reduce Visa Wait Times While Others Suffer Backlogs

Securing coveted visa interview slots has become significantly easier for several countries, opening doors to dream vacations once again. This welcome development follows a period of extended wait times due to the pan…

Feb 21, 2024
MPs Approve Landmark Affordable Housing Bill
Kenya

MPs Approve Landmark Affordable Housing Bill

The Kenyan National Assembly has approved the Affordable Housing Bill, a pivotal step in addressing the nation's housing crisis. However, the bill's journey is not over. On February 21st, legislators passed the amende…

Feb 21, 2024
Kenyan Police Thwart Human Trafficking Operation, Apprehend 90 Ethiopian Migrants
Immigration

Kenyan Police Thwart Human Trafficking Operation, Apprehend 90 Ethiopian Migrants

Kenyan authorities have intercepted a suspected human trafficking operation, apprehending 90 individuals, including children, believed to be Ethiopian nationals attempting to cross the border into Tanzania illegally…

Feb 21, 2024
The Heartbreaking Death of a Kenyan Student in Dublin, Ireland
Diaspora

The Heartbreaking Death of a Kenyan Student in Dublin, Ireland

A Baringo family is demanding answers after their 23-year-old daughter, Brigid Jemosop, mysteriously passed away in Dublin, Ireland, just three days after returning from a visit home. The circumstances surrounding her…

Feb 21, 2024
State House Extravagant Bid for Car Purchases and Podium Construction Denied
Kenya

State House Extravagant Bid for Car Purchases and Podium Construction Denied

Kenya's fiscal watchdog the Controller of Budget (CoB) has sent a strong message to government agencies by rejecting over Sh47 billion in additional spending requests during the first half of the 2023/2024 fiscal year…

Feb 21, 2024
Double Homicide as Meru Man Kills Mother, Grandmother
Kenya

Double Homicide as Meru Man Kills Mother, Grandmother

Deep sorrow has engulfed Ngeene village in Imenti Central, Meru County, following a horrific double homicide. A 27-year-old man, Jamleck Muriithi, on Sunday fulfilled a chilling promise made over the past five years…

Feb 21, 2024
German Embassy Urges Kenyans to Obtain Statement of Comparability to Secure Jobs in the Country
Immigration

German Embassy Urges Kenyans to Obtain Statement of Comparability to Secure Jobs in the Country

The German Embassy in Nairobi has issued a call to action for Kenyan university graduates seeking employment in Germany. The embassy has advised Kenyans to apply for a Statement of Comparability. The embassy notes tha…

Feb 20, 2024
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Igembe South MP John Paul Mwirigi Involved in a Road Accident
Kenya

Igembe South MP John Paul Mwirigi Involved in a Road Accident

Igembe South Member of Parliament John Paul Mwirigi was involved in a car accident on Tuesday afternoon in Chuka, Meru County. The car carrying the lawmaker was involved in an accident in the Kirubia area. The vehicle…

Feb 20, 2024
Flights in Washington, DC Area Surpass Speed of Sound Due to Powerful Jet Stream
World

Flights in Washington, DC Area Surpass Speed of Sound Due to Powerful Jet Stream

Virgin Atlantic Flight 22 from Washington D.C. to London Heathrow Airport recently experienced a significantly reduced flight time, arriving an exceptional 45 minutes ahead of schedule. This impressive feat can be att…

Feb 20, 2024
MPs' Votes to Decide Fate of Controversial Housing Bill
Kenya

MPs' Votes to Decide Fate of Controversial Housing Bill

President William Ruto's Housing Bill is currently being voted on by MPs. Kenyan lawmakers on Tuesday wrapped up their debate on the Affordable Housing Bill 2024, however, a final vote remains on hold. The debate kick…

Feb 20, 2024
US Citizen Files Lawsuit Seeking Kenyan Citizenship
Immigration

US Citizen Files Lawsuit Seeking Kenyan Citizenship

An African-American man, Mr. Mubarak Abdul Muqsit Akram, has filed a lawsuit seeking Kenyan citizenship. The US citizen claims Kenya as his chosen ancestral home due to a deep personal connection he has developed with…

Feb 20, 2024
Former British Soldier Faces Bigamy Charges Over Kenyan Marriage
Lifestyle

Former British Soldier Faces Bigamy Charges Over Kenyan Marriage

A former British soldier stationed in Nanyuki, Kenya has revealed an unusual situation surrounding his relationship with a Kenyan woman. The soldier, whose name remains undisclosed, 'unintentionally' participated in a…

Feb 20, 2024
Nairobians Lament Unprecedented Heatwave
Kenya

Nairobians Lament Unprecedented Heatwave

Kenyans are increasingly worried about the sudden rise in temperatures experienced in Nairobi. Nairobi residents are sweltering under a brutal heatwave that has gripped the city since the beginning of February. The se…

Feb 20, 2024
Canada Enhances Post-Graduation Work Permit Program for Master's Degree Graduates
Immigration

Canada Enhances Post-Graduation Work Permit Program for Master's Degree Graduates

Effective February, 2024, graduates who have completed a master's degree in Canada can benefit from significant improvements to the Post-Graduation Work Permit Program (PGWPP). The Post-Graduation Work Permit Program…

Feb 19, 2024
Director Trevor Initiates Channel Overhaul After 'Firing' Mungai Eve
Entertainment

Director Trevor Initiates Channel Overhaul After 'Firing' Mungai Eve

Video director and social media expert Trevor has made some significant announcements In light of recent rumours of a breakup with his longtime girlfriend Mungai Eve. Trevor has announced that the channel boasting 750…

Feb 19, 2024
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