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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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Africa Now Fastest Growing Source of Diaspora Flows to Kenya
Diaspora

Africa Now Fastest Growing Source of Diaspora Flows to Kenya

Remittances from Kenyan citizens living abroad in other African countries have seen a significant increase of 42 per cent in the first seven months of this year.  The growth is the fastest among all continents, with N…

Aug 24, 2023
Kenya Makes U-Turn in Haiti Security Plan
Kenya

Kenya Makes U-Turn in Haiti Security Plan

The Kenyan government has changed its plans regarding the role of its police officers deployed to Haiti.  Initially, the officers were meant to help fight heavily armed gangs that have gained control over swaths of Ha…

Aug 24, 2023
US Gifts DCI Four Cars to Help Hunt Down Drug Traffickers
Kenya

US Gifts DCI Four Cars to Help Hunt Down Drug Traffickers

The fight against drug trafficking in Kenya on Wednesday received a boost as the United States government handed over four customized vehicles to the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI).  At a ceremony attend…

Aug 24, 2023
General Francis Ogolla: I Stopped Playing Golf After Ruto Appointment
Kenya

General Francis Ogolla: I Stopped Playing Golf After Ruto Appointment

General Francis Ogolla, Chief of Defence Forces for Kenya, recently gave his first interview since being appointed in April.  In an interview with Kenya Broadcasting Corporation, the General shared his vision for the…

Aug 24, 2023
Snail Farmer Named Winner in Sh3.5 Million Regional Competition
Kenya

Snail Farmer Named Winner in Sh3.5 Million Regional Competition

The Kono Farm, a successful snail farming venture, was among the five winners of the sixth annual Give Work Challenge (GWC) in East Africa. The Leila Jana Foundation (LJF) recognized Kono Farm, alongside Mvuvi from Ke…

Aug 23, 2023
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Kenyans Seeking Jobs Abroad Will be Trained on Foreign Cultures
Diaspora

Kenyans Seeking Jobs Abroad Will be Trained on Foreign Cultures

The Labour Committee of the National Assembly has announced that individuals seeking employment abroad will receive training on foreign cultures before departing the country.  The training is mandatory and aims to pre…

Aug 23, 2023
Jitters in Azimio After Gachagua Hints at Secret Raila-Ruto Meeting
Kenya

Jitters in Azimio After Gachagua Hints at Secret Raila-Ruto Meeting

Azimio leaders are set to meet and evaluate Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua's recent comments about a supposed agreement between President William Ruto and Raila Odinga that excludes Wiper leader Kalonzo Musyoka.  I…

Aug 23, 2023
Oparanya, Wife Arrested by EACC Over Graft
Kenya

Oparanya, Wife Arrested by EACC Over Graft

Former Kakamega governor Wycliffe Oparanya is currently being questioned by the Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC) in Nairobi for suspected procurement irregularities.  EACC officials have accused him of emb…

Aug 23, 2023
Ruto to Meet Tiktok CEO Over Content
Kenya

Ruto to Meet Tiktok CEO Over Content

President William Ruto is set to hold a meeting with TikTok's global CEO, Shou Zi Chew, on August 24.  The meeting will address concerns over harmful and explicit content on the platform that is deemed inappropriate f…

Aug 23, 2023
Kenyans Abroad Sent Home a Record Sh54.6 Billion in July
Diaspora

Kenyans Abroad Sent Home a Record Sh54.6 Billion in July

In July, Kenyans residing and working abroad sent a record-breaking $378.1 million (Sh54.6 billion) back home to support their loved ones during tough times.  This amount represents an 18.4% increase from the $319.4 m…

Aug 23, 2023
Prof Jacob Kaimenyi Urges Kenyans Abroad to Open Eateries
Diaspora

Prof Jacob Kaimenyi Urges Kenyans Abroad to Open Eateries

Jacob Kaimenyi, a former Kenyan ambassador to Belgium, Luxembourg and mission to the European Union, is encouraging Kenyans to participate in 'food diplomacy' by promoting Kenyan cuisine abroad.  He believes that show…

Aug 22, 2023
Kenya Sends Second Batch of 76 Nurses to the UK
Diaspora

Kenya Sends Second Batch of 76 Nurses to the UK

On Monday, August 21, Health Cabinet Secretary Susan Nakhumicha announced the departure of 76 Kenyan nurses to work in the United Kingdom.  On August 24, the selected group of nurses will depart from Kenya to work in…

Aug 22, 2023
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Over 300 KQ Passengers Stranded for Hours Over Malfunction
Kenya

Over 300 KQ Passengers Stranded for Hours Over Malfunction

On Tuesday, a mechanical issue with a Kenya Airways (KQ) flight to Mombasa left hundreds of passengers stranded at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA).  Flight KQ 606 was meant to leave at 1 pm but had a malfun…

Aug 22, 2023
Agriculture PS’s Son in Gun Scandal in Murang’a
Kenya

Agriculture PS’s Son in Gun Scandal in Murang’a

The son of Agriculture PS Kello Harsama was on Monday arrested in Murang'a County for possessing a pistol and 13 bullets.  According to a report by the Murang'a South Security Committee, Roba Kello Phillip was carryin…

Aug 22, 2023
Details of President Ruto's Meeting With Bill Gates on Monday
Kenya

Details of President Ruto's Meeting With Bill Gates on Monday

On Monday evening, President William Ruto had a virtual meeting with American billionaire Bill Gates and officials from the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation.  During the meeting, Ruto spoke about the positive impact…

Aug 22, 2023
Willis Raburu Joins TV47
Kenya

Willis Raburu Joins TV47

Willis Raburu, a well-known TV show host and news anchor, has joined TV47 after leaving Citizen TV two months ago.  In a statement, Raburu expresses his joy about joining TV47 which he considers to be Kenya's fastest-…

Aug 22, 2023
Kenya Gov't Deregisters Mackenzie, Pastor Ezekiel's Churches
Kenya

Kenya Gov't Deregisters Mackenzie, Pastor Ezekiel's Churches

The government has cancelled the registration of five churches including the Goodnews International Ministries led by cult leader Paul Mackenzie and the Newlife Prayer Centre run by millionaire Pastor Ezekiel Odero. …

Aug 21, 2023
Banks Oppose Cabinet Move to Increase Cash Deals
Business

Banks Oppose Cabinet Move to Increase Cash Deals

The Cabinet had proposed to increase the threshold for cash transactions in Kenya to over Sh2 million, but commercial banks have rejected the idea.  Banks are concerned that this will create more opportunities for mon…

Aug 21, 2023
World's Largest Floating Library Docks in Mombasa
Kenya

World's Largest Floating Library Docks in Mombasa

At his home library in Diani, Kwale County, mechanical engineer Ricky Dhumbi enjoys a hot cup of coffee while reading a book.  He holds a special fondness for a World Atlas and a chemistry book because they bring back…

Aug 21, 2023
Revealed: Kericho County Officials Misused Londiani Accident Victims' Sh14 Million
Kenya

Revealed: Kericho County Officials Misused Londiani Accident Victims' Sh14 Million

An investigation conducted by the Kericho County Assembly into the alleged misuse of Sh 14.5 million raised by Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua for 77 Londiani accident victims has revealed how the funds were distrib…

Aug 21, 2023
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