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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.

9,342 articles

Immigration

Goodbye Passports! Frankfurt Airport Embraces Face Biometrics for Seamless Travel

Frankfurt Airport has introduced an innovative contactless system that has revolutionized air travel. This cutting-edge system utilizes facial recognition technology to effortlessly authenticate travellers from check-…

Nov 6, 2023

Kenya

Ksh100,000 Fine For Kenyans Making Herbal Medicine Without Following Regulations

The Kenya Drugs Authority Bill, 2022, introduced by the Ministry of Health, has put forth strict measures for individuals involved in the sale of herbal medicine. Kenyan citizens must adhere to the requirements stated…

Nov 6, 2023

Kenya

Museveni Defends Decision to Ban Fuel Purchases From Kenya

Uganda's President Yoweri Museveni has justified his decision to halt the purchase of petroleum products from Kenya, claiming that middlemen have excessively inflated prices causing unnecessary hardship for consumers…

Nov 6, 2023

Kenya

Mchele Babe Drugs Businessman in Karen, Steals Gun

An investigation is currently underway regarding an incident in which a businessman was robbed of his firearm after a possible act of stupefaction at a club in Karen, Nairobi. Stupefaction, as defined by the Cambridge…

Nov 6, 2023

Kenya

Kenyans Troll Govt After US YouTuber Mr Beast Drills 52 Wells in Kenya

The government's provision of services in Kenya has come under scrutiny as Kenyans express their concerns following the construction of 52 dams by American YouTuber Mr Beast. Mr Beast's mission was to build 100 wells…

Nov 5, 2023

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Diaspora

Kenyan Defender Stars in Bristol City's Win Over Sheffield Wednesday

Bristol City emerged victorious in a close match against Sheffield Wednesday, the Championship's last-place team. Harambee Stars hopeful Zach Onyego Vyner displayed an impressive performance during the game. The Owls…

Nov 5, 2023

Kenya

Kenyan Bishop Swindles US Donor Millions Meant for Children's Home

A philanthropist from the United States has made an appeal to the Kenyan justice system for assistance in recovering a children's home and school that was swindled away from her by a bishop based in Naivasha. Sherri G…

Nov 5, 2023

Kenya

Ruto Celebrates Nairobi's Top Ranking as a Global City for 2024

President William Ruto expressed his appreciation on Sunday, November 5, for Lonely Planet's recognition of Nairobi as the leading global city destination in 2024. He stated that this award reflects Kenya's successful…

Nov 5, 2023

Business

Kenyans Cut Spending on Travel, Dining as Costs Rise

Households have been cutting down on non-essential expenses due to rising costs. This is in line with a recent survey analyzing the behaviour of Kenyan consumers from April to June. The study by TransUnion revealed th…

Nov 4, 2023

Kenya

Lawyer Sues Mumias East MP Peter Salasya Over Alleged Assault

A lawyer from Kakamega has taken legal action against Mumias East MP Peter Salasya, seeking compensation for harm to his reputation as well as emotional and psychological distress. According to the lawyer, the MP inst…

Nov 4, 2023

Diaspora

Fresh Details Emerge in the Murder of Margaret Mbitu in Massachusetts

New information has surfaced about the devastating event involving Kenyan woman Margaret Mbitu whose lifeless body was discovered in a vehicle at Logan Airport in the United States. As per the Massachusetts State Poli…

Nov 4, 2023

Kenya

I Won't Entertain Harassment of Citizens, Ruto Warns KRA

President William Ruto has called upon the Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) to adopt a professional approach to carrying out their duties. During Friday's 2023 Taxpayers Day event at the Sarova Whitesands Hotel in Mombas…

Nov 4, 2023

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Kenya

Why Affordable Housing Project is a Scam - UDA Senator

Marsabit Senator Chute Mohamed has raised doubts about the true intentions of the Affordable Housing Program despite Kenyans contributing 1.5 per cent of their earnings to the Housing Fund. During his speech at the As…

Nov 4, 2023

Diaspora

Kenyan Man in Toronto Sentenced to Life in Prison for Fatally Poisoning a Toddler

Toronto resident Francis Ngugi has been sentenced to life in prison without the possibility of parole for 17 years. At the Ontario Superior Court of Justice in Toronto, the 47-year-old Ngugi was convicted of second-de…

Nov 3, 2023

Diaspora

Kenya Diaspora Inflows Grow Slowest in 13 Years

Diaspora inflows during the first three quarters of this year experienced the slowest growth in 13 years, adding more strain to the country's supply of dollars. Data provided by the Central Bank of Kenya reveal that d…

Nov 3, 2023

Sports

Ban Lifted for Kenyan-Born Athlete Who Renounced Her Kenyan Citizenship

Norah Jeruto, a former Kenyan athlete who relinquished her Kenyan citizenship to represent Kazakhstan, is set to make a comeback to the racing scene after her temporary suspension was lifted. On Friday, the Sports Dis…

Nov 3, 2023

Kenya

Who Will Check Civil Servants? Ruto Clarifies Mudavadi, Kuria Roles

President William Ruto has resolved the confusion surrounding the roles of Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi and his Public Service Performance and Delivery Management counterpart Moses Kuria. President Ruto's…

Nov 3, 2023

Kenya

MP Babu Owino Speaks on Drug Use, His Journey to Becoming Sober

As Babu Owino, the Member of Parliament for Embakasi East, burst onto the political scene and secured a seat in the National Assembly, he was also grappling with drug addiction amidst his achievements. In a recent int…

Nov 3, 2023

Entertainment

What Really Happened to Renowned Coastal Musician Ally B? Family Speaks Out

Renowned Coastal Musician Ally B, famous for his chart-topping songs 'Maria' and 'Bembea' sadly passed away on Wednesday, November 1st. According to his younger brother Mohammed Ramadhan, Ally B had been battling pneu…

Nov 2, 2023

Business

Experts Want Kenya Kwanza to Curb Insatiable Tax Appetite

The fiscal policy proposals of the Kenya Kwanza administration have faced criticism for their heavy reliance on taxation as a means of generating revenue. At Bomas of Kenya, the National Dialogue Committee convened an…

Nov 2, 2023