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Martin Olage

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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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Sakaja to Create Space for Hackers at City Hall
Kenya

Sakaja to Create Space for Hackers at City Hall

Nairobi Governor Johnson Sakaja has announced that his government will establish a hackers' hub at City Hall with the aim of fostering innovation among city residents.  Speaking at the Nairobi Innovation Tech Week on…

Aug 7, 2023
Mutahi Ngunyi Dumps Uhuru for Ruto
Kenya

Mutahi Ngunyi Dumps Uhuru for Ruto

Political analyst Mutahi Ngunyi has disclosed his decision to shift allegiance to the government's side and has pledged to support President William Ruto.   He admits that he held a biased perspective towards Ruto as…

Aug 7, 2023
Ruto Intensifies Mt Kenya Tour With a Series of Projects
Kenya

Ruto Intensifies Mt Kenya Tour With a Series of Projects

President William Ruto will today continue his tour of the Mt. Kenya region in Nyeri with a series of projects to be commissioned.  Beginning in Mukurweini, the Head of State will launch the Ichamara-Rutune Rd and com…

Aug 7, 2023
ICC Prosecutor Karim Khan Recuses Himself From Kenyan Cases Amidst Azimio Onslaught
Kenya

ICC Prosecutor Karim Khan Recuses Himself From Kenyan Cases Amidst Azimio Onslaught

The International Criminal Court (ICC) Karim Khan has removed himself from all cases involving Kenya to avoid any conflict of interest.  This comes as a result of a conflict between President William Ruto’s Kenya Kwan…

Aug 7, 2023
Kenyan Shilling Hits New Record Low Against the US Dollar
Kenya

Kenyan Shilling Hits New Record Low Against the US Dollar

The Kenyan shilling has hit a record low against the US dollar, making imports such as fuel, electricity, and foreign currency loans more expensive to service.  Manufacturers' demand for the dollar has caused the shil…

Aug 7, 2023
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Govt Issues New Guidelines for Passport Applications
Kenya

Govt Issues New Guidelines for Passport Applications

The Ministry of Interior has released updated guidelines for critical services, including a promise to reduce the processing time for passports.  According to a schedule circulating in the media, the ministry plans to…

Aug 7, 2023
Ruto, Gachagua Enjoy Bonfire at Sagana State Lodge During Interview
Kenya

Ruto, Gachagua Enjoy Bonfire at Sagana State Lodge During Interview

State lodges are prestigious venues used by the Presidents of Kenya for official and personal events. They are located in beautiful and secluded areas and boast modern security features and luxurious amenities such as…

Aug 6, 2023
Raila: Joining Ruto's Government Would Taint My Image
Kenya

Raila: Joining Ruto's Government Would Taint My Image

Azimio leader Raila Odinga has emphasized that reducing the high cost of living must be a key part of discussions with the Kwanza regime in order to find a lasting solution to the country's problems.  Speaking on Sund…

Aug 6, 2023
Details of Uhuru’s Meeting With Museveni
Kenya

Details of Uhuru’s Meeting With Museveni

On August 5, 2023, former President Uhuru Kenyatta visited Ugandan President Yoweri Museveni as a peace facilitator for the Democratic Republic of Congo.  During their engagement, Uhuru informed Museveni of the ongoin…

Aug 6, 2023
Biwott Family Sells Iconic Yaya Centre Mall to Wealthy Kantaria Family
Kenya

Biwott Family Sells Iconic Yaya Centre Mall to Wealthy Kantaria Family

The family of the deceased former Cabinet Minister Nicholas Biwott has sold the renowned Yaya Centre shopping complex to a group of investors in a private deal worth billions of shillings.  Yaya Centre, situated in Ki…

Aug 6, 2023
Former Wajir Governor Mohamed Mohamud Declared Bankrupt
Kenya

Former Wajir Governor Mohamed Mohamud Declared Bankrupt

The former Wajir Governor Mohamed Mohamoud has been declared bankrupt after failing to pay a debt of Sh7.6 million to a construction company.  Despite a court order issued in January 2020, Mohamoud and his wife, Kheir…

Aug 6, 2023
Ruto: I Understood the 'Deep State' and Scuttled Their Rigging Plans
Kenya

Ruto: I Understood the 'Deep State' and Scuttled Their Rigging Plans

President William Ruto now claims that he was aware of the 'deep state' in the previous government and that there was no possibility of him losing the 2022 presidential election.  During a Saturday visit to Kiburu res…

Aug 5, 2023
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Ruto Buys Artistic State House Model From Githurai Artists
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Ruto Buys Artistic State House Model From Githurai Artists

During a rally in Githurai Market in Kiambu County on Saturday, August 5, President William Ruto was interrupted by a resident displaying a sculpture of the State House.  The artist received cheers from residents as t…

Aug 5, 2023
Raila Threatens to Resume Protests
Kenya

Raila Threatens to Resume Protests

Azimio leader Raila Odinga has threatened to resume street protests within 30 days if talks between the opposition and government collapse.  During the burial of protesters in Siaya County on Saturday, August 5, Raila…

Aug 5, 2023
Don't Agree to Any Form of Power-Sharing Deal – Gachagua to Ruto
Kenya

Don't Agree to Any Form of Power-Sharing Deal – Gachagua to Ruto

Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has advised William Ruto to deviate from any power-sharing agreements. Gachagua believes that by electing Ruto as the President, the Kenyan people did not vote for a handshake deal. S…

Aug 5, 2023
How Lost ID Card Landed Kisumu Man in Violent Robbery Case
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How Lost ID Card Landed Kisumu Man in Violent Robbery Case

A small-scale farmer in Kisumu is facing severe legal trouble after thieves used his lost national identity card to register a SIM card and commit crimes.  Tobias Onyango Aiko has been charged with stealing a mobile p…

Aug 5, 2023
President Ruto: We Will Deal With Violence at Whatever Cost
Kenya

President Ruto: We Will Deal With Violence at Whatever Cost

President William Ruto has promised to take strong action against any violence and property destruction, saying that the government will not be intimidated into allowing anarchy to disrupt the country's stability.  Du…

Aug 4, 2023
Ichung'wah Explains Why Kenya Kwanza Will Not Meet Azimio Demands
Kenya

Ichung'wah Explains Why Kenya Kwanza Will Not Meet Azimio Demands

The Kenya Kwanza side of the bipartisan talks now regrets that they will not be able to meet the ultimatum set by Azimio la Umoja.  The Azimio coalition had requested the negotiations to commence on Monday, August 7…

Aug 4, 2023
President William Ruto to Tour Mt Kenya Region for Five Days
Kenya

President William Ruto to Tour Mt Kenya Region for Five Days

President William Ruto will on Saturday embark on a five-day tour of the Mt Kenya region which has been plagued by issues such as the collapse of the coffee market, brokers, the Handshake, and the "one man, one shilli…

Aug 4, 2023
ICC Prosecutor Karim Khan in Kenya for MKU Graduation
Kenya

ICC Prosecutor Karim Khan in Kenya for MKU Graduation

Mount Kenya University's 28th graduation ceremony will be attended by Karim Khan, the chief prosecutor of the International Criminal Court (ICC).  The university will award Khan with an Honorary Doctor of Law (Honoris…

Aug 4, 2023
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