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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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Government Signs Scholarship Deal for Kenyans to Study in Italy
Diaspora

Government Signs Scholarship Deal for Kenyans to Study in Italy

Foreign Affairs Cabinet Secretary Alfred Mutua on Monday, June 5, signed a pact with the Italian government on scholarships for Kenyans to study overseas.  In a statement, the CS stated that the agreement is inclined…

Jun 5, 2023
Mackenzie Will Be in Jail for a Lifetime - CS Kithure Kindiki
Kenya

Mackenzie Will Be in Jail for a Lifetime - CS Kithure Kindiki

Interior CS Kithure Kindiki has weighed in on the punishment that awaits the controversial preacher Paul Mackenzie.  Kindiki declares that Mackenzie's offence amounts to a life sentence in prison. At Sunday's Church S…

Jun 5, 2023
UDA Used Me to Lure More Vulnerable Voters- Ruto's 'Mama Mboga' Says
Kenya

UDA Used Me to Lure More Vulnerable Voters- Ruto's 'Mama Mboga' Says

Pauline Waithira, 70, popularly known as 'Mama Mboga' hit the limelight on June 4th 2022 when then Deputy President and Presidential candidate William Ruto was campaigning for the country's top seat against his arch-r…

Jun 5, 2023
Waititu Rushed to Hospital After Collapsing at Home
Kenya

Waititu Rushed to Hospital After Collapsing at Home

On Monday, the hearing of the corruption case against former Kiambu Governor Ferdinand Waititu, which pertains to a Sh588 million tender award to Testimony Enterprise Limited, was unable to proceed following his colla…

Jun 5, 2023
Kenyans Stranded in Sudan After Government Forced to Shut Down Embassy
Diaspora

Kenyans Stranded in Sudan After Government Forced to Shut Down Embassy

Kenyans in conflict-ridden Sudan are in jeopardy after the government shut down its diplomatic facility on Sunday, June 4.  A statement by Foreign Affairs Principal Secretary Korir Sing'Oei announces that the closure…

Jun 5, 2023
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UDA Politicians on the Spot Over Attacks on Tea Firms
Kenya

UDA Politicians on the Spot Over Attacks on Tea Firms

The Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) has summoned a group of politicians and activists from the South Rift region to appear on Monday for interrogation concerning the invasion of multinational tea companie…

Jun 4, 2023
Wamalwa Hints at Azimio's Plan to Resume Protests Over Finance Bill Standoff
Kenya

Wamalwa Hints at Azimio's Plan to Resume Protests Over Finance Bill Standoff

Former Defence Cabinet Secretary Eugene Wamalwa has hinted at the resumption of protests if the Finance Bill 2023 is not revised.  At an event in Budalangi to celebrate the homecoming of Member of Parliament Raphael W…

Jun 4, 2023
Kenyan Mother and Daughter Running Successful Restaurant in the US
Diaspora

Kenyan Mother and Daughter Running Successful Restaurant in the US

Caroline Gitonga has achieved her entrepreneurial goals by creating a successful restaurant in Atlanta, Georgia.  In an interview, Caroline revealed that she quit her job at the hospitality firm Double Tree after two…

Jun 4, 2023
Kalonzo Supports Ruto Finance Bill With One Condition
Kenya

Kalonzo Supports Ruto Finance Bill With One Condition

Wiper Party leader Kalonzo Musyoka on Sunday, May 4, voiced support for President William Ruto's Finance Bill 2023 while differing from former prime minister  Raila Odinga's uncompromising stance.  During a church ser…

Jun 4, 2023
Police Launch Manhunt for Woman Who Conned Kenyans Sh3.9 Million Over Fake Job Offers Abroad
Diaspora

Police Launch Manhunt for Woman Who Conned Kenyans Sh3.9 Million Over Fake Job Offers Abroad

Police officers have launched a manhunt for a Mombasa woman accused of defrauding more than 40 people out of Sh3.9 million by guaranteeing them employment in Singapore, Canada, Dubai and Saudi Arabia.  On Saturday, Ju…

Jun 4, 2023
Jane Marriot Reveals How Uhuru Govt Plotted to Revenge Against Britain Over Red Listing
Kenya

Jane Marriot Reveals How Uhuru Govt Plotted to Revenge Against Britain Over Red Listing

The outgoing UK High Commissioner to Kenya Jane Marriott recalled a plan by former President Uhuru Kenyatta's administration to revenge against Britain when Kenya was red-listed during the pandemic.  During an intervi…

Jun 4, 2023
Just Like Kibaki, Ruto Will Take Kenya Far - Kindiki
Kenya

Just Like Kibaki, Ruto Will Take Kenya Far - Kindiki

Interior Cabinet Secretary Kithure Kindiki has asked Kenyans to trust that President William Ruto has the nation's best interests at heart.  Speaking during a church service at Kenya Assemblies of God in Sagana, Kirin…

Jun 4, 2023
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Abey Muthoni: Kenyan Diaspora Psychologist Helping Immigrant Students Navigate Life in the US
Diaspora

Abey Muthoni: Kenyan Diaspora Psychologist Helping Immigrant Students Navigate Life in the US

Abey Muthoni Wachira, Ph.D, a psychologist employed by the University Counseling Services at Virginia Commonwealth University, has expertise in intercultural issues. Along with her colleague Kim, Wachira shed light on…

Jun 3, 2023
Kenyan-Born Lilian Seenoi-Barr Becomes First Black Person to Occupy Public Office in Northern Ireland
Diaspora

Kenyan-Born Lilian Seenoi-Barr Becomes First Black Person to Occupy Public Office in Northern Ireland

Kenyan-Born Lilian Seenoi-Barr has made history as the first black person to be elected to a public office in Northern Ireland, United Kingdom.  As reported by Irish media outlet RTE, Barr won the May 20 elections wit…

Jun 3, 2023
Chaos Erupts in Marsabit as Rival Groups Clash During UDA's Event
Kenya

Chaos Erupts in Marsabit as Rival Groups Clash During UDA's Event

Tension escalated in Marsabit on Saturday when two warring factions faced off ahead of  UDA grassroots registration drive.  The exercise, which was led by UDA's Secretary General Cleophas Malala, was to be conducted a…

Jun 3, 2023
Withdraw Finance Bill, It's Unpopular - ODM MPs Tell State
Kenya

Withdraw Finance Bill, It's Unpopular - ODM MPs Tell State

A section of ODM MPs wants the Finance Bill 2023 to be withdrawn and replaced with a version that better reflects the needs of Kenyans.  The legislators say the current bill is not popular among Kenyans due to the hef…

Jun 3, 2023
Kimani Ichungwa Discloses Ruto's Plan to Win Support From Anti-Finance Bill MPs
Kenya

Kimani Ichungwa Discloses Ruto's Plan to Win Support From Anti-Finance Bill MPs

Kikuyu MP Kimani Ichung'wah on Friday, June 2, stated that President William Ruto and his team are optimistic of convincing MPs who were likely to oppose the Finance Bill 2023 by simplifying its proposals.  The lawmak…

Jun 3, 2023
How Last-Minute Encounter With Ruto Helped Woman Raise Sh16.7 Million in the US
Diaspora

How Last-Minute Encounter With Ruto Helped Woman Raise Sh16.7 Million in the US

Veronicah Richards had the rare opportunity to converse with President William Ruto and promote her charitable objectives during the latter's visit to the US.   At that time, Richard was seeking to raise awareness of…

Jun 3, 2023
Housing Fund Will be Largest Scandal in Africa - Senator Ledama
Kenya

Housing Fund Will be Largest Scandal in Africa - Senator Ledama

Narok Senator Ledama Ole Kina has denounced President William Ruto's comments about Singapore's success. On Friday, Ruto claimed that Singapore achieved their current level of development due to the difficult decision…

Jun 3, 2023
MCAs Threaten to Boycott Sittings Next Week in Fight for Salary Increase
Kenya

MCAs Threaten to Boycott Sittings Next Week in Fight for Salary Increase

Members of County Assemblies (MCAs) have conveyed their intention to boycott their respective county assemblies to advocate for better remuneration.  The Association of Members of County Assemblies (AMCA) disregarded…

Jun 3, 2023
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