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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

United States Embassy in Nairobi Warns World Cup Tickets Won’t Replace Visas for Kenyan Fans
Immigration

United States Embassy in Nairobi Warns World Cup Tickets Won’t Replace Visas for Kenyan Fans

A Kenyan woman linked to a widely circulated incident in the United States has returned to Nairobi, according to sources familiar with the situation.Ann Kioko came to public attention after a video showed her in a con…

Apr 23, 2026
Moses Wetang’ula Suspends MP Over Bribery Allegations
Kenya

Moses Wetang’ula Suspends MP Over Bribery Allegations

Bumula Member of Parliament Jack Wamboka has been temporarily removed from his role as chair of the Public Investments Committee (PIC) on Governance and Education, following mounting accusations of misconduct.The susp…

Apr 22, 2026
What You Tell ChatGPT Be Used as Evidence in Court, Lawyers Warn
Lifestyle

What You Tell ChatGPT Be Used as Evidence in Court, Lawyers Warn

Kenyan legal experts have warned that conversations with artificial intelligence platforms may not be private, following a recent court ruling in the United States that highlights potential legal risks for users.Lawye…

Apr 22, 2026
Kenyan-Born Elizabeth Kangethe Enters Tight UK Council Race
Diaspora

Kenyan-Born Elizabeth Kangethe Enters Tight UK Council Race

Councillor Dr Elizabeth Kangethe has announced her candidacy for the Parsloes Ward seat in Barking and Dagenham ahead of the UK local elections on Thursday, 7 May 2026.Dr Kangethe, a Kenyan-born community organiser an…

Apr 22, 2026
Kenyan Students Visit Embassy in Seoul to Explore Study Opportunities
Diaspora

Kenyan Students Visit Embassy in Seoul to Explore Study Opportunities

A group of Kenyan students has visited the Kenyan Embassy in Seoul, South Korea, to explore opportunities for higher education and international study pathways.The students, from Our Lady of Mount Carmel Maryhill Girl…

Apr 22, 2026
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Crypto Users in Kenya Locked Out of Accounts After DCI Intervention
Kenya

Crypto Users in Kenya Locked Out of Accounts After DCI Intervention

Binance users in Kenya are reporting that their accounts have been frozen, blocking access to funds and transactions following a request from the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI).Affected users say the res…

Apr 22, 2026
DHS Seeks Approval for 200 Special Agents to Tackle Immigration Fraud at USCIS
Immigration

DHS Seeks Approval for 200 Special Agents to Tackle Immigration Fraud at USCIS

The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) is seeking congressional approval to add 200 special agents within the US Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS).They intend to investigate immigration fraud, a proposal…

Apr 22, 2026
Still Waiting for a Green Card? USCIS Processing Times Are Getting Longer
Immigration

Still Waiting for a Green Card? USCIS Processing Times Are Getting Longer

The United States green card system is facing longer delays and stricter procedures, increasing uncertainty for applicants, particularly those from India.The system has come under growing strain as backlogs expand and…

Apr 22, 2026
Drama at Nairobi Court as Fuel Protesters Disrupt Hearing
Kenya

Drama at Nairobi Court as Fuel Protesters Disrupt Hearing

A court appearance for ten protesters in Nairobi was disrupted on Tuesday when chanting and demonstrations interrupted proceedings before Senior Principal Magistrate Rhoda Yator.The group had been arrested during demo…

Apr 22, 2026
Six Kenyan Embassies Set for Redevelopment Under New PPP Framework
Immigration

Six Kenyan Embassies Set for Redevelopment Under New PPP Framework

Kenya will pilot a Public-Private Partnership (PPP) programme to redevelop six embassies in Africa, allowing private investors to build and operate facilities that include leased commercial spaces.The National Treasur…

Apr 22, 2026
Wheelchair-Bound Nairobi Man Confesses to Killing Fellow Homeless Person
Kenya

Wheelchair-Bound Nairobi Man Confesses to Killing Fellow Homeless Person

A 59-year-old man appeared before a Nairobi court and pleaded guilty to manslaughter after admitting he killed another street dweller during a confrontation in December 2025.Joseph Ochieng, who lives with a disability…

Apr 21, 2026
“Mumeskia Power?” Ruto’s Joke Delights Diaspora Crowd in Italy
Diaspora

“Mumeskia Power?” Ruto’s Joke Delights Diaspora Crowd in Italy

President William Ruto invoked the viral “pawa” phrase while addressing Kenyans in Italy, using it to highlight his government’s energy agenda.Speaking to the Kenyan diaspora, Ruto referenced the popular expression, w…

Apr 21, 2026
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Diaspora Success: Kenyan Woman Purchases Second Property in America
Diaspora

Diaspora Success: Kenyan Woman Purchases Second Property in America

A Kenyan woman living in the United States has announced the purchase of her second home.This marks a significant personal milestone achieved within three years of acquiring her first property. Betty AZ shared the new…

Apr 21, 2026
He Won a US Scholarship, but Financial Struggles Put His Future at Risk
Kenya

He Won a US Scholarship, but Financial Struggles Put His Future at Risk

Seventeen-year-old Brian Mwaura Ng’ang’a has secured admission to St John’s University in New York but still needs $34,114 per year to cover remaining costs despite a $47,000 annual scholarship.Brian, from Kajiado Cou…

Apr 21, 2026
Why Many Kenyans Abroad Are Choosing to Retire Back Home
Diaspora

Why Many Kenyans Abroad Are Choosing to Retire Back Home

Many Kenyans living abroad plan to return home for retirement, seeking to reconnect with family and community after years spent working overseas.For many in the diaspora, retirement is closely linked to the idea of re…

Apr 21, 2026
William Ruto Urges Kenyans Abroad to Boost Investment Back Home
Diaspora

William Ruto Urges Kenyans Abroad to Boost Investment Back Home

William Ruto has emphasised the role of Kenyans living abroad in supporting the country’s development during a meeting in Rome with diaspora representatives.Speaking to Kenyans based in Europe, the President said remi…

Apr 21, 2026
How One Kenyan Scholar Is Guiding Students to Study Opportunities in Germany
Diaspora

How One Kenyan Scholar Is Guiding Students to Study Opportunities in Germany

Cyrus Robiro, a Kenyan political scientist, has left a position in Germany’s Interior Ministry to establish an organisation that helps Kenyan students pursue higher education in Germany.Robiro founded Migratunity to p…

Apr 21, 2026
Kenyans in France Push for Recognition as Diaspora Polling Centre
Diaspora

Kenyans in France Push for Recognition as Diaspora Polling Centre

Kenyans in France have begun a coordinated effort to secure recognition as an official diaspora polling station, following a meeting in Paris on 19 April 2026.The initiative follows concerns that France was not includ…

Apr 21, 2026
Kenyan Entrepreneur Allan Njoroge Launches US Staffing Platform Hitting Sh129m in Five Months
Diaspora

Kenyan Entrepreneur Allan Njoroge Launches US Staffing Platform Hitting Sh129m in Five Months

Kenyan entrepreneur Allan Njoroge has launched ShiftNex, a digital staffing platform in the United States that connects healthcare workers with available shifts, reaching KSh 129 million in annual recurring revenue wi…

Apr 21, 2026
Sh1.4bn Minnesota Fraud Case: Suspect with Kenya Links Goes Missing
Diaspora

Sh1.4bn Minnesota Fraud Case: Suspect with Kenya Links Goes Missing

Authorities in Minnesota are searching for Abdirashid Ismail Said after he failed to attend a pretrial hearing in a major Medicaid fraud case.A nationwide arrest warrant has been issued and his $150,000 bond has been…

Apr 21, 2026
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