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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

Kenya

William Ruto Warns Nairobi’s Decline Is Hurting Kenya’s Economy and Image

President William Ruto has warned that Nairobi’s ongoing dysfunction is damaging Kenya’s economic performance and international standing.Speaking to the Nairobi County Assembly, Ruto described the capital as a city of…

Apr 9, 2026

Real Estate

Why Owning a Home in Kenya Remains Out of Reach for Many

Many Kenyans face significant barriers to homeownership due to substantial upfront costs required before mortgage repayments can begin.The Central Bank of Kenya’s 2024 Annual Supervision Report shows that the average…

Apr 9, 2026

Diaspora

Kenyan Nurse Faith Mbori Quits High-paying US Job Over Burnout

Faith Mbori, a Kenyan nurse, has left her high-paying role in the United States to return home, citing severe stress and anxiety as key factors in her decision.Mbori, who has over 15 years of international nursing exp…

Apr 9, 2026

Kenya

Women, Singles Lead in Paying Bribes – EACC Corruption Survey 2025

A new survey reveals that women in Kenya pay bribes more frequently than men when accessing essential public services.The Kenya National Gender and Corruption Survey 2025, released on 9 April by the Ethics and Anti-Co…

Apr 9, 2026

Immigration

US Expands H-2B Visa Programme With 64,716 Additional Slots for 2026

The United States will issue an additional 64,716 H-2B visas for temporary non-agricultural workers in fiscal year 2026.Under current law, the H-2B programme is capped at 66,000 visas annually, split evenly between th…

Apr 9, 2026

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Kenya

Kenya’s Transport Sector Faces Severe Fuel Shortages

Kenya’s transport industry is warning of a growing fuel shortage that is disrupting trucking operations across the country.The Kenya Transporters Association (KTA) has formally requested urgent action from regulators…

Apr 8, 2026

Diaspora

69 Jobs in Saudi Arabia Reserved for Citizens, Excluding Kenyans and Other Expats

Saudi Arabia will reserve 69 administrative support positions for Saudi citizens, requiring private-sector employers to replace foreign workers in these roles by 4 October 2026.The directive, issued on 5 April 2026 un…

Apr 8, 2026

Kenya

High Court: Marriages Beyond Repair Must Be Dissolved

The High Court has ruled that a marriage which has irretrievably broken down should be dissolved, stating that individuals cannot be required to remain in unions that no longer function.The case arose from an appeal b…

Apr 8, 2026

Kenya

Building Collapse in Kibera Leaves Several Trapped and Injured

A building under construction collapsed in the Highrise area of Kibera, Nairobi, on Wednesday afternoon, leaving multiple people trapped and injured.The Kenya Red Cross confirmed the incident occurred at around 2 pm…

Apr 8, 2026

Kenya

ODM Senator Flown to Nairobi for Treatment After Attack

Vihiga Senator Godfrey Osotsi was injured in an assault at a coffee house in Kisumu on Tuesday afternoon.According to his office, the incident took place at Westend Mall and later at Java Restaurant, where the senator…

Apr 8, 2026

Kenya

Gikomba Market Traders Struggle After Sudden Relocation

Thousands of shoe traders displaced by the demolition at Gikomba Market are struggling to sustain their businesses after relocating to Kamukunji Grounds.The traders report reduced sales, higher operating costs and poo…

Apr 8, 2026

Immigration

New Zealand Introduces New Visa Rules for Families of Temporary Visa Holders

Families of temporary visa holders in New Zealand will be able to submit visa applications through an upgraded online system from 1 June 2026.Immigration New Zealand (INZ) is expanding its Immigration Online platform…

Apr 8, 2026

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Kenya

Kenya Reaffirms Neutral Stance in Middle East Conflict After Iran Criticism

Kenya has reaffirmed its neutral position on the escalating Middle East conflict after criticism from Iran, with the government rejecting claims that it supports the United States and Israel.In a statement issued on W…

Apr 8, 2026

Kenya

Gachagua Ready for Ruto Truce, Sets Clear Conditions

Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has expressed a willingness to reconcile with President William Ruto, urging his supporters to remain orderly and avoid disruptive slogans during a memorial service in Nyandaru…

Apr 8, 2026

Diaspora

Kenyan Immigrant Achieves Entrepreneurial Success in the US Trucking Industry

Jamka, a Kenyan immigrant, has progressed from working in caregiving and ride-hailing to owning and operating his own trucking business in the United States.Jamka began his life in the US in the caregiving sector, a c…

Apr 7, 2026

Kenya

Fuel, Cartels and the Ghost Deals in Kenya’s Oil Trade

In 1999, Kenya secured the right to lift 30,000 barrels of crude oil daily from Nigeria under a deal facilitated by then-President Olusegun Obasanjo.The arrangement initially appeared advantageous. Kenya’s daily consu…

Apr 7, 2026

Diaspora

Eve Wambui: How I Secured a Cruise Ship Job Abroad as a Kenyan Chef

Eve Wambui Gacheru, 24, has started work as a cook on an Oceania Cruises vessel based in Miami, marking a major shift in her career.Gacheru, a graduate of Boma International Hospitality College, previously worked for…

Apr 7, 2026

Diaspora

Kenyans Abroad Demand Action Ahead of IEBC Forum

The Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC) will host a virtual forum with Kenyans living abroad on 14 May 2026, aiming to address concerns about voter registration and participation.Diaspora communitie…

Apr 7, 2026

World

President Donald Trump Warns “Whole Civilisation Will Die Tonight” as Strait of Hormuz Deadline Looms

President Donald Trump has warned that “a whole civilisation will die tonight” unless Iran reopens the Strait of Hormuz, setting a 20:00 EDT Tuesday (00:00 GMT Wednesday) deadline.In recent weeks, US forces have incre…

Apr 7, 2026

Diaspora

‘They Think I’m a Bank’: UK-Based Kenyan Shares Struggle of Supporting Relatives

A Kenyan man living in the United Kingdom has spoken openly about the constant financial requests he receives from relatives in Kenya.Adrian, who works in a restaurant kitchen, described his daily routine in a video…

Apr 7, 2026