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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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Mourners Forced to Flee as Supporters of Orengo and His Deputy Clash
Kenya

Mourners Forced to Flee as Supporters of Orengo and His Deputy Clash

Police were obliged to lob teargas canisters during the burial of Siaya public service board chairman Dr Elijah Achoch when conflict ensued between supporters of Siaya governor, James Orengo, and his Deputy William Od…

May 14, 2023
Gunmen Rob Gospel Radio Station on Live Air in Nakuru
Kenya

Gunmen Rob Gospel Radio Station on Live Air in Nakuru

Masked, gun-wielding thugs robbed Mwinjoyo FM studio on live air on Thursday night, disrupting the ongoing gospel show.  The thugs arrayed in pieces of clothes that acted as masks made entry through the main door, lea…

May 13, 2023
British Embassy Recalls the 23-Year-Old Kenyan Who Won the 'Ambassador for a Day' Competition
Kenya

British Embassy Recalls the 23-Year-Old Kenyan Who Won the 'Ambassador for a Day' Competition

British Embassy in Kenya on Thursday 12, May recognized Patience Achieng 's win in the British Embassy's 'Ambassador For a Day' competition in Kenya.  The embassy expressed its admiration towards Achieng's perspective…

May 13, 2023
Raila Offers Ruto a Handshake at Mukami Kimathi's Burial
Kenya

Raila Offers Ruto a Handshake at Mukami Kimathi's Burial

Azimio boss Raila Odinga on Friday attended the late Mukami Kimathi's befitting sendoff at Njabini.  Upon his entry, the opposition head honcho headed to Mukami's casket where he paid his last respect. He then proceed…

May 13, 2023
Doctors Baffled by 15-Year-Old Girl in Machakos County Who Cries Tears of Blood
Lifestyle

Doctors Baffled by 15-Year-Old Girl in Machakos County Who Cries Tears of Blood

Deep in the Wamungilane village in Tala, Kangundo, Machakos County, the homestead of  Mr John Ndaka is in despair despite the promising harvest that lay ahead.  For 2 years, a bizarre illness has terrified a 15-year-o…

May 13, 2023
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Lawyer Cliff Ombeta Discloses How Mackenzie Duped Pastor Ezekiel in a Multi-Million Shilling Deal
Kenya

Lawyer Cliff Ombeta Discloses How Mackenzie Duped Pastor Ezekiel in a Multi-Million Shilling Deal

Pastor Ezekiel Odero on Thursday, May 11, claimed that cult pastor Paul Mackenzie duped him in a multi-million shilling TV deal. Lawyer Cliff Obeta defended Pastor Ezekiel of the New Life International Church in court…

May 12, 2023
Good News for Farmers as Kenya, Israel Remove Trade Barriers
Business

Good News for Farmers as Kenya, Israel Remove Trade Barriers

 President William Ruto has struck a deal to export tea, coffee, avocado and pineapple to Israel starting June this year. This development comes after the head of state concluded a two-day official visit to Israel on…

May 12, 2023
Kenyan Musicians to Perform at UK's Diaspora Festival
Diaspora

Kenyan Musicians to Perform at UK's Diaspora Festival

Otile Brown and Jua Kali will be performing at the Royal Regency in London, UK on May 20, 2023.  The performance will round off the Rugby Sevens Afterparty which will also happen at the same venue. Chief Executive Off…

May 12, 2023
Raila Claims State's Involvement in Shakahahola Cult
Kenya

Raila Claims State's Involvement in Shakahahola Cult

Opposition leader Raila Odinga has said that the government has handled the Shakahola massacre in secrecy which suggests that the government has something fishy to conceal.  The chief Azimio leader Raila Odinga said t…

May 12, 2023
Pauline Wambeti's Inspiring Leap From Embu to the University of Delaware in the US
Diaspora

Pauline Wambeti's Inspiring Leap From Embu to the University of Delaware in the US

The Kenya Airlift Program's second episode after its premier highlighted the remarkable journey of Pauline Wambeti from a small village in Embu to the well-regarded University of Delaware in the US.  Pauline's pursuit…

May 12, 2023
Ruto's Dream Team Dominate Multi-billion State Firms in Turnaround Prospect
Kenya

Ruto's Dream Team Dominate Multi-billion State Firms in Turnaround Prospect

President Ruto's rise to power has brought new faces to the richest state corporations and agencies valued at Sh6 trillion. In the 8 months leading to May 2023, at least 8 state corporations have changed their board c…

May 12, 2023
Former Mungiki Leader Maina Njenga's Home Allegedly Raided by Security Officers
Kenya

Former Mungiki Leader Maina Njenga's Home Allegedly Raided by Security Officers

Former Mungiki leader Maina Njenga has alleged that police raided his Laikipia and Nairobi homes for reasons not communicated to him.  The police have distanced themselves from the involvement of the raid in Mr Njenga…

May 12, 2023
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US-Based Kenyan Musician Ondara Wins $25,000 in Songwriting Competition
Diaspora

US-Based Kenyan Musician Ondara Wins $25,000 in Songwriting Competition

The International Songwriting Competition 2022 edition has acknowledged many exceptional songwriters from across the world. The competition received  15000 entrances under 24 categories that accommodated 150 countries…

May 12, 2023
Oldest Lion in Amboseli National Park Killed by Herders
Kenya

Oldest Lion in Amboseli National Park Killed by Herders

The oldest lion in Amboseli National Park named Lonkiito has died after herders speared it for preying on livestock in a village that borders Amboseli National Park.  The feeble lion separated itself from the pride an…

May 12, 2023
Obama's Leadership Program Holds Forum at Kenyatta University
Kenya

Obama's Leadership Program Holds Forum at Kenyatta University

The Young  African Leaders Initiative (YALI) on Thursday held a homecoming meeting at Kenyatta University. Former US President Barack Obama founded YALI during his visit to Kenya in 2015. His signature stop in the cou…

May 11, 2023
Rachael Ruto Plans to Establish 'Zion Forest' in Bid to Combat Climate Change
Kenya

Rachael Ruto Plans to Establish 'Zion Forest' in Bid to Combat Climate Change

First Lady mama Rachael Ruto has said that the country will partner with Israel to create a 'Zion forest' in Machakos county in a bid to combat climate change.   The first lady spoke of the prospect on Wednesday sayin…

May 11, 2023
Inside CS Kuria State Visit to Indonesia
Diaspora

Inside CS Kuria State Visit to Indonesia

Trade CS Moses Kuria on Thursday completed his 3-day Indonesia state visit that delved into the "Deal Book"  Kuria said that Kenya and Indonesia signed the Memorandum of Understanding which indicated their commitment…

May 11, 2023
ACK Bishops Blasts Ruto's Government for Tribal Appointments and Excessive Spending
Kenya

ACK Bishops Blasts Ruto's Government for Tribal Appointments and Excessive Spending

The Anglican Church has criticized President William Ruto's suggested taxation layout, saying that the move will serve as an economic blow to Kenyans who are already held captive by financial instability.  They have r…

May 11, 2023
Report Reveals Kikuyus and Luos Form Majority of Staff at KEMSA
Kenya

Report Reveals Kikuyus and Luos Form Majority of Staff at KEMSA

A report submitted to the parliamentary committee reveals that Kikuyus, Luos and Luhyas form the bulk of staff at Kenya Medical Supplies Agency (KEMSA).  The report disclosed that the agency has employed 747 people wi…

May 11, 2023
Narok Resident Allegedly Hacks Government System, Employs Himself as MP and Earns Salary
Kenya

Narok Resident Allegedly Hacks Government System, Employs Himself as MP and Earns Salary

A 30-year-old resident from Narok County, Wycliffe Moenga, stirred headlines for allegedly hacking into government systems in a plot that saw him receive salary and allowances like a sitting Member of Parliament.    A…

May 11, 2023
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