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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.

9,240 articles

Ruto Appoints New Supreme Court Judge
Kenya

Ruto Appoints New Supreme Court Judge

President William Ruto has appointed Justice Mohamed Abdullahi Warsame to Kenya’s Supreme Court, with immediate effect following a Gazette notice dated 5 May.The appointment follows Warsame’s nomination by the Judicia…

May 6, 2026
Kenya and Türkiye Sign Defence Deal with Focus on Drone Technology Cooperation
Kenya

Kenya and Türkiye Sign Defence Deal with Focus on Drone Technology Cooperation

Kenya and Türkiye signed a defence cooperation agreement on 6 May during the SAHA Istanbul defence industry exhibition, with senior defence officials from both countries in attendance.The agreement aims to strengthen…

May 6, 2026
Nandi Family Struggles After Son Returns From Australia Facing Alcohol Dependency
Diaspora

Nandi Family Struggles After Son Returns From Australia Facing Alcohol Dependency

A family in Nandi County has faced financial loss and emotional strain after their son returned from Australia with alcohol dependency, while another family in Eldoret continues to search for a relative who has not be…

May 6, 2026
Naivasha’s Portable Homes You Can Dismantle and Relocate
Real Estate

Naivasha’s Portable Homes You Can Dismantle and Relocate

A factory in Naivasha is producing prefabricated housing units that can be installed within weeks, offering an alternative to conventional construction methods.A factory-based approach to building homes is gaining gro…

May 6, 2026
Rising Child and Teen Suicides in Kenya Raise Alarm Over Mental Health Support
Lifestyle

Rising Child and Teen Suicides in Kenya Raise Alarm Over Mental Health Support

A rise in suicides among children and adolescents in Kenya is prompting concern about how signs of emotional distress are identified and addressed.Mental health specialists say these cases often result from a combinat…

May 6, 2026
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How Finance Bill 2026 Taxes on Mitumba and Mobile Phones Will Affect You
Business

How Finance Bill 2026 Taxes on Mitumba and Mobile Phones Will Affect You

Kenya’s draft Finance Bill 2026 proposes new taxes on second-hand clothing and mobile phones, setting out changes that could affect import costs and consumer prices.The Bill, presented to Parliament by National Treasu…

May 6, 2026
Family in Uasin Gishu County Appeals for Help to Find Man Missing in Australia
Diaspora

Family in Uasin Gishu County Appeals for Help to Find Man Missing in Australia

A family in Uasin Gishu County has appealed for help to trace their son, Michael Kiplimo, who has been out of contact for more than a year.Kiplimo, 37, is from Chepkoilel Mti Moja in Eldoret and travelled to Australia…

May 6, 2026
Kenyan Man Held in Abu Dhabi for Weeks Without Explanation
Diaspora

Kenyan Man Held in Abu Dhabi for Weeks Without Explanation

A Kenyan man has been held in Abu Dhabi for nearly three weeks, with authorities yet to explain the reasons for his detention.Josephat Chege Kung’u, from Kiganjo in Thika, worked as a cleaner for Super Hygiene, a priv…

May 6, 2026
Kenyan Man in Gambia Says His Documents Went Missing After Run-In with Police
Diaspora

Kenyan Man in Gambia Says His Documents Went Missing After Run-In with Police

A Kenyan farmer in The Gambia says he fears for his safety and legal status after a confrontation with police left him without key documents.Ken, who has established his livelihood in the country, described the incide…

May 6, 2026
COTU Fires Back at Rigathi Gachagua Over Union Criticism
Kenya

COTU Fires Back at Rigathi Gachagua Over Union Criticism

The Central Organisation of Trade Unions (COTU) has criticised former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua over remarks about the labour movement, warning that attacks on organised labour will not be accepted.In a strong…

May 6, 2026
How Utawala Went From Sh12,000 Plots to One of Nairobi's Hottest Property Markets
Real Estate

How Utawala Went From Sh12,000 Plots to One of Nairobi's Hottest Property Markets

On a rainy day, Githunguri in Utawala is marked by traffic congestion, flooded paths, and difficult movement for residents and visitors.Githunguri has undergone significant change over the past three decades. In the 1…

May 5, 2026
UK Sanctions Brokers Linked to Forced Recruitment of Kenyan Nationals Into Russia
Diaspora

UK Sanctions Brokers Linked to Forced Recruitment of Kenyan Nationals Into Russia

The United Kingdom has introduced new sanctions targeting 35 individuals and organisations linked to Russia’s drone production and alleged human trafficking operations involving foreign workers, including Kenyan natio…

May 5, 2026
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Autopsy Report Uncovers How Dr Obwaka Died
Kenya

Autopsy Report Uncovers How Dr Obwaka Died

An autopsy has found that Dr Job Obwaka, a board member of Nairobi Hospital, died from cardiac arrest. Toxicology tests are still under way to determine whether other factors were involved. Dr Obwaka, an 83-year-old g…

May 5, 2026
Kenyan Embassy in Rome Opens Applications for Drivers with Solid Administrative Experience
Diaspora

Kenyan Embassy in Rome Opens Applications for Drivers with Solid Administrative Experience

The Embassy of Kenya in Rome has invited applications for an experienced driver on a one-year contract, with the possibility of renewal based on performance.The deadline for submissions is 18 May 2026. The position in…

May 5, 2026
Stranded and Sick: The Meru Woman Trapped by a Broken Work Contract Abroad
Diaspora

Stranded and Sick: The Meru Woman Trapped by a Broken Work Contract Abroad

A Kenyan woman from Meru County is stranded in Saudi Arabia after a dispute with her employer left her without medical care or means to return home.Jane Kathure Kanyua travelled to Saudi Arabia for work but is now con…

May 5, 2026
From Nairobi to Seattle: How Simon Javan Okelo Reimagined Madaraka Day for the Diaspora
Diaspora

From Nairobi to Seattle: How Simon Javan Okelo Reimagined Madaraka Day for the Diaspora

Kenyan-born cultural entrepreneur Simon Javan Okelo has developed the Madaraka Festival in Seattle into a prominent diaspora event marking Kenya’s Madaraka Day.Madaraka Day, observed on 1 June to mark Kenya’s attainme…

May 5, 2026
Felix Oloo: The Coach Who Took Kenya's Lionesses to the Olympics Dies in US Road Tragedy
Diaspora

Felix Oloo: The Coach Who Took Kenya's Lionesses to the Olympics Dies in US Road Tragedy

Felix “Ade” Oloo Otieno, former head coach of the Kenya Lionesses, died on 4 May 2026 after being struck by a vehicle while crossing Interstate 405 in Bothell, Washington.Kenya’s rugby community is mourning his death…

May 5, 2026
Delaware Killing of Tracy Nyariki Exposes Support Gaps for Kenyans Abroad
Diaspora

Delaware Killing of Tracy Nyariki Exposes Support Gaps for Kenyans Abroad

The killing of Tracy Nyariki in Delaware in December 2024, and the guilty plea to first-degree murder by her former partner Nobert Matara in April 2026, has highlighted gaps in relationship support for Kenyans living…

May 5, 2026
How Undocumented Migrants Are Paying to Have Crimes Committed Against Them for Visa Benefits
Immigration

How Undocumented Migrants Are Paying to Have Crimes Committed Against Them for Visa Benefits

Senator Tom Cotton has urged the Department of Homeland Security to take stronger action against alleged fraud in the U visa programme, citing concerns about abuse and a growing application backlog.In a letter to DHS…

May 5, 2026
ODM Launches 2027 Strategy, Pushes for Party Unity
Kenya

ODM Launches 2027 Strategy, Pushes for Party Unity

The Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) has announced a strategy to address internal divisions and prepare for the 2027 General Election, following a leadership retreat in Mombasa.During the three-day meeting, party lead…

May 4, 2026
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