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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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Court Rejects Suit Seeking Independent State for Luos
Kenya

Court Rejects Suit Seeking Independent State for Luos

The High Court has dismissed a lawsuit filed by Ojijo Mark Pascal who sought to have Luos allowed to create their own independent state and govern themselves.  On Friday, Justice Lawrence Mugambi ruled that the suit w…

Aug 11, 2023
Raila Calls Out 'Silent' Envoys Over Alleged Police Brutality
Kenya

Raila Calls Out 'Silent' Envoys Over Alleged Police Brutality

Azimio leader Raila Odinga has accused the international community of ignoring the government's violent treatment of opposition supporters.  The former Prime Minister was speaking on Friday during the interdenominatio…

Aug 11, 2023
Property Owners in Major Towns to Pay More in Land Rates, Rents
Kenya

Property Owners in Major Towns to Pay More in Land Rates, Rents

The Ministry of Lands has been granted the green light by the National Treasury to increase land rates and rents, resulting in tough times for property owners in major cities and towns.  Those who own rateable propert…

Aug 11, 2023
Eight Sickly Family Members Rescued From Rarienda's Religious Home
Kenya

Eight Sickly Family Members Rescued From Rarienda's Religious Home

Police in Rarienda, Siaya, have rescued eight sickly family members who had refused medical attention due to religious beliefs.  The group comprised six children between the ages of two and six, as well as their mothe…

Aug 11, 2023
Kenya Govt Signs Prisoners Swap Deal With Mozambique
Kenya

Kenya Govt Signs Prisoners Swap Deal With Mozambique

On Wednesday, the Kenyan government and Mozambique signed an agreement to transfer convicted individuals between the two countries.  The Foreign Affairs Cabinet Secretary Alfred Mutua and his Mozambican counterpart, V…

Aug 11, 2023
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Kenyan Students Travelling to China for Studies Feted
Diaspora

Kenyan Students Travelling to China for Studies Feted

A group of 48 students will be heading to China to further their studies in various fields.  The students have been granted scholarships for certificate, diploma, undergraduate and degree programs for a period of four…

Aug 10, 2023
Babu Owino Suspended From Parliament
Kenya

Babu Owino Suspended From Parliament

The Embakasi East Member of Parliament has been barred from attending four parliamentary sessions after being ejected from the House by Deputy Speaker Gladys Boss Shollei.  The MP caused a commotion during a discussio…

Aug 10, 2023
Ombudsman Exposes Rot at Kenya's Immigration Department
Kenya

Ombudsman Exposes Rot at Kenya's Immigration Department

The Immigration Department has been exposed for engaging in corrupt practices according to a report by the Ombudsman.  The report highlights instances where passport applicants were overcharged and given documents wit…

Aug 10, 2023
Ruto Appoints Joshua Arap Sang to His Communications Team at State House
Kenya

Ruto Appoints Joshua Arap Sang to His Communications Team at State House

Former radio presenter Joshua Arap Sang has been appointed as the Director of Public Communications at the office of the Chief of Staff and Head of Public Service in the State House. President William Ruto made the ap…

Aug 10, 2023
Mercy Tarus: Inside Life of Viral Graduate Who Confronted County Leaders
Kenya

Mercy Tarus: Inside Life of Viral Graduate Who Confronted County Leaders

Mercy Tarus, a Kabarak University graduate, has received nationwide praise after bravely confronting Uasin Gishu Governor Jonathan Bii, his deputy John Barorot, and Senator Jackson Mandago over the Uasin Gishu educati…

Aug 9, 2023
Kindiki, Owalo Given a Week to Explain Worldcoin Activities
Kenya

Kindiki, Owalo Given a Week to Explain Worldcoin Activities

National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetang'ula has instructed Interior CS Kithure Kindiki and ICT counterpart Eliud Owalo to provide the House with details about Worldcoin Cryptocurrency tokens within a week.  Wetang'ula…

Aug 9, 2023
Kenya, Uganda Scramble for Nationals' Whereabouts in Amhara
Diaspora

Kenya, Uganda Scramble for Nationals' Whereabouts in Amhara

The governments of Kenya and Uganda are trying to locate their citizens who may be in the Amhara region of Ethiopia, which is currently experiencing a state of emergency following a rebellion.  Diplomats from both cou…

Aug 9, 2023
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Inside Kenya Government's Plan to Create 1 Million Overseas Jobs Per Year
Diaspora

Inside Kenya Government's Plan to Create 1 Million Overseas Jobs Per Year

The Kenyan government aims to generate one million job opportunities annually for Kenyans residing abroad in order to increase diaspora remittances and foreign exchange revenue.  The total diaspora remittances reached…

Aug 9, 2023
15 MPs Have Never Spoken in Parliament – Mzalendo Report
Kenya

15 MPs Have Never Spoken in Parliament – Mzalendo Report

A recent report by Mzalendo Trust reveals that 15 Members of Parliament (MPs) have not contributed to debates in the House since they were sworn in.  This is the first scorecard of the 13th Parliament and it includes…

Aug 9, 2023
US Vetoes Compensation of Embassy Blast Victims
Kenya

US Vetoes Compensation of Embassy Blast Victims

The victims of the 1998 terrorist attack in Nairobi may not receive any compensation as the US government claims to have already paid them and implemented measures to counter terrorism in Kenya.  In 2020, Former US Pr…

Aug 9, 2023
Ruto Signs Act Giving Him Immunity Against ICC Prosecution
Kenya

Ruto Signs Act Giving Him Immunity Against ICC Prosecution

President William Ruto has signed the Malabo Protocol which grants him immunity from prosecution by the International Criminal Court.  The African Union adopted the protocol in 2014 to establish a regional accountabil…

Aug 9, 2023
Nema Seeks Public Views on Raila-Linked Sh515 Million Kilifi Luxury Hotel
Kenya

Nema Seeks Public Views on Raila-Linked Sh515 Million Kilifi Luxury Hotel

The National Environment Management Authority (Nema) is seeking public input on a proposed beachfront hotel in Mayungu, Kilifi County, which is backed by Kango Enterprises Ltd, a company with ties to ODM leader Raila…

Aug 8, 2023
Government Out to Set Matatu Fares in New Law
Kenya

Government Out to Set Matatu Fares in New Law

The National Transport and Safety Authority (Amendment) Bill, 2023 has been introduced by Kimilili MP Didmus Barasa to the National Assembly, seeking to amend the NTSA Act, 2012.  If passed, the amendment will grant T…

Aug 8, 2023
Raila Makes Changes to Azimio Dialogue Team
Kenya

Raila Makes Changes to Azimio Dialogue Team

Azimio has appointed Jubilee Secretary-General Jeremiah Kioni as the head of the Legal and Technical team to appease a faction of Mt Kenya leaders allied to the coalition.  Azimio leader Raila Odinga on Tuesday announ…

Aug 8, 2023
Nyeri Residents Elated After Gachagua Fulfils Promise of Rice, Beef Stew
Kenya

Nyeri Residents Elated After Gachagua Fulfils Promise of Rice, Beef Stew

Nyeri residents were thrilled to receive a delicious meal of meat and rice at the Sagana State Lodge on Sunday morning before attending Interdenominational prayers.  This came as a fulfilled promise by deputy presiden…

Aug 7, 2023
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