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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.

9,228 articles

Diaspora

Thinking of Joining the US Army? Kenyan Recruiter Shares What You Need to Know

Staff Sergeant Shikuh Kimani, a Kenyan-born US Army recruiter based in Tukwila, Washington, is helping members of the Kenyan diaspora understand the enlistment process and pursue military careers in the United States…

Jul 15, 2026

Kenya

Huduma Kenya: Parents' Names on Birth Certificates Cannot Be Changed

Huduma Kenya has clarified that the names of parents recorded on a birth certificate cannot be changed after registration. The agency said other details may be amended through the prescribed legal process, subject to…

Jul 15, 2026

Diaspora

Embu Family Races Against Time to Bring Daughter's Body Home From Saudi Arabia

A family in Embu County is appealing for urgent help to repatriate the body of 31-year-old Frida Kageni from Saudi Arabia before a deadline set by the authorities on 21 July.Kageni died on 7 July while receiving treat…

Jul 15, 2026

Diaspora

Over 300 Kenyan Students Join UK Scholarship Mentorship Programme

More than 300 Kenyan students took part in a mentorship programme on 11 July aimed at helping them secure higher education opportunities in the United Kingdom. The hybrid event was held at the University of Cambridge…

Jul 15, 2026

Diaspora

Only 64 of 289 Kenyans Recruited by Russian Army Have Returned Home

Kenya has confirmed that 289 of its citizens enlisted in Russia's military, with only 64 known to have returned home. Another 69 have either died or are missing in action, while the whereabouts of 153 remain unknown…

Jul 15, 2026

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Diaspora

Family Launches Fundraiser to Repatriate Kenyan Killed in Iowa Crash

A Kenyan family in the United States is seeking financial support after 43-year-old Titus Wanjala died in a road accident in Iowa earlier this month. The fundraising campaign aims to cover funeral costs and the repatr…

Jul 15, 2026

Immigration

France Excludes Kenya From New Visa Waiver

France has introduced a new visa waiver policy for its overseas territories that allows citizens of 13 countries to travel without obtaining a separate territorial visa if they already hold a valid multiple-entry Fren…

Jul 15, 2026

World

Norway Teen Flew to UK for Alleged Contract Killing, Court Hears

A Norwegian teenager accused of travelling to Britain to carry out a contract killing has appeared before the Old Bailey. Prosecutors allege he was recruited by a Swedish organised crime group linked to Iran. Johannes…

Jul 14, 2026

Kenya

Motorists Get Relief as EPRA Freezes Petrol, Diesel and Kerosene Prices

The Energy and Petroleum Regulatory Authority (EPRA) has kept fuel prices unchanged for the period from 15 July to 14 August 2026, leaving the maximum retail prices of Super Petrol, Diesel and Kerosene at their curren…

Jul 14, 2026

Diaspora

After Working Three Jobs in the US, Kenyan Woman Finds Peace Back Home

A Kenyan woman who returned home after several years in the United States says she has found stability and peace of mind, two years after leaving behind a demanding routine of working three jobs.Lillian returned to Ke…

Jul 14, 2026

Kenya

Inside the Property Habits of Kenya's Wealthiest, New Report Reveals

High-net-worth individuals in Kenya typically own three homes, according to Knight Frank’s 2026 Wealth & Investment Trends Report, with most choosing to keep their additional properties for private use rather than ren…

Jul 14, 2026

Immigration

Planning to Move to the UK? New Immigration Rules Take Effect in August

The United Kingdom will introduce major changes to its immigration rules from 3 August, with new requirements affecting work, study, family and settlement routes.Separate changes to European Union settlement cases wil…

Jul 14, 2026

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Immigration

Could New US Banking Rules Make It Harder for Immigrants to Get a Loan?

The Trump administration has issued new guidance urging banks to treat lending to undocumented immigrants as a higher financial risk, while stopping short of changing existing law.The guidance, issued by the Office of…

Jul 14, 2026

Kenya

Most Kenyan Millionaires Are Choosing to Stay Home, Says New Report

Kenya’s wealthiest citizens show little interest in obtaining foreign passports or residency rights, according to the Wealth & Investment Trends 2026 report by Knight Frank, released on 14 July.The report found that H…

Jul 14, 2026

Diaspora

Over 60 Kenyan Tech Experts Gather in Ireland for Diaspora Networking Forum

Kenya’s diplomatic mission in Ireland held a networking forum on Saturday, 11 July, bringing together more than 60 Kenyan professionals working in the country’s technology sector. Ambassador George Morara Orina, MBS…

Jul 14, 2026

Diaspora

Kenyan Worker Stranded in UAE After Workplace Injury

A Kenyan expatriate in Dubai says he lost his job after suffering a workplace injury and is now stranded in the United Arab Emirates without income or secure housing.Suleiman Musalia, who previously worked for Green S…

Jul 14, 2026

Diaspora

Kenyan Family in Texas Mourns 10-Year-Old Son After Fourth of July Drowning

A Kenyan family in Texas is mourning the death of their 10-year-old son, Collins Namaswa, who died after drowning during Fourth of July celebrations.He had been receiving treatment at Texas Children's Hospital followi…

Jul 14, 2026

Diaspora

Thousands of Kenyans Face New UK Immigration Rules From August

The UK will introduce major changes to its immigration rules from 3 August, with new deportation thresholds, revised visa requirements and updated family migration rules affecting foreign nationals, including thousand…

Jul 13, 2026

Diaspora

Kenyan Man Titus Wanjala Killed After Car Plunges Into Iowa Pond

Two people, including a Kenyan man, died after their vehicle entered a pond and became submerged in Waukee, Iowa, on 7 July. Police identified the victims as 43-year-old Titus Wanjala and 23-year-old River Cropper. Ac…

Jul 13, 2026

Kenya

Kanini Kega Survives Alleged Gun Attack in Ol Kalou

East African Legislative Assembly member Kanini Kega says he escaped an armed attack after unidentified gunmen allegedly chased his vehicle and opened fire.He said he and his team fled the scene and took shelter in a…

Jul 13, 2026