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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.

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Kwale Residents Advised on Safe Migration and Support for Kenyans Abroad
Diaspora

Kwale Residents Advised on Safe Migration and Support for Kenyans Abroad

The government has taken diaspora protection and support services to communities in Kwale County through the Diaspora Mashinani programme, giving families a direct channel to raise concerns about relatives working abr…

Sep 24, 2026
Backlash in Kirinyaga After Women Receive Underwear Bearing Senator’s Name
Kenya

Backlash in Kirinyaga After Women Receive Underwear Bearing Senator’s Name

Kirinyaga Senator Kamau Murang’o has faced criticism after overseeing the distribution of branded women’s underwear to residents as part of his outreach ahead of the gubernatorial race.Some residents questioned the va…

Sep 24, 2026
Zelenskyy Raises Alarm Over Kenyan Citizens Recruited to Fight for Russia
Kenya

Zelenskyy Raises Alarm Over Kenyan Citizens Recruited to Fight for Russia

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has urged Kenya and 46 other countries to protect their citizens from being recruited to fight for Russia in its war against Ukraine.Speaking during the 81st session of the Unit…

Sep 24, 2026
Kenya Maritime Authority Warns of Dangerous Sea Conditions Along Coast
Kenya

Kenya Maritime Authority Warns of Dangerous Sea Conditions Along Coast

Kenya’s maritime authorities have warned of hazardous sea conditions along the country’s coastline from September to December, with strong winds, rough seas, high waves, heavy rainfall and poor visibility expected.The…

Sep 23, 2026
Malala Says DCP Will Stay Out of Kalonzo's Ukombozi Alliance for Now
Kenya

Malala Says DCP Will Stay Out of Kalonzo's Ukombozi Alliance for Now

The Democracy for the Citizens Party (DCP) will not immediately join the newly rebranded Ukombozi Alliance, Deputy Party Leader Cleophas Malala has said.Malala said DCP would first seek to form a partnership with the…

Sep 23, 2026
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Kenya’s Remittances Rise 6% to $451.8 Million in August
Diaspora

Kenya’s Remittances Rise 6% to $451.8 Million in August

Kenya’s diaspora remittances rose by 6 per cent year on year to $451.8 million in August, according to the latest Central Bank of Kenya (CBK) bulletin.The increase marks a recovery after a weaker first half of 2026. I…

Sep 23, 2026
US and Kenya Strengthen Cooperation on Critical Minerals
Kenya

US and Kenya Strengthen Cooperation on Critical Minerals

The United States and Kenya are strengthening cooperation on critical minerals, with Nairobi seeking greater investment in local processing rather than continued exports of raw materials.The issue was discussed during…

Sep 23, 2026
How Janet Kamendi Is Helping Kenyans Abroad Care for Their Ageing Parents
Diaspora

How Janet Kamendi Is Helping Kenyans Abroad Care for Their Ageing Parents

After nearly two decades in the United States, nurse practitioner Janet Kamendi returned to Kenya in 2021 to provide personalised healthcare support for elderly parents whose children live abroad.For many Kenyans livi…

Sep 23, 2026
How Nonimmigrants in the US Can Apply for a Green Card
Immigration

How Nonimmigrants in the US Can Apply for a Green Card

Nonimmigrants in the United States seeking permanent residency must follow different procedures depending on whether they are in the country or abroad. The two main routes are adjustment of status and consular process…

Sep 23, 2026
Diaspora Concerns Lead to Special Housing Plan for Elderly Kenyans
Diaspora

Diaspora Concerns Lead to Special Housing Plan for Elderly Kenyans

The Kenyan government plans to build specialised housing units for elderly people under the Affordable Housing Programme, with facilities including healthcare services, in response to concerns from Kenyans living abro…

Sep 23, 2026
Kenyan Youth Showcase Culture and Opportunities at Global Festival in Russia
Diaspora

Kenyan Youth Showcase Culture and Opportunities at Global Festival in Russia

A 30-member Kenyan youth delegation has used an international festival in Ekaterinburg to build cultural, professional and personal links with young people from around the world.The International Festival of Youth 202…

Sep 23, 2026
Two Women Charged With Running Unlicensed Investment Scheme in Nairobi
Kenya

Two Women Charged With Running Unlicensed Investment Scheme in Nairobi

Two women have been charged at the Milimani Law Courts in Nairobi with operating an unlicensed investment scheme.The suspects were arrested on Tuesday and appeared in court the following day. They are accused of manag…

Sep 23, 2026
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Kenyan Man Eric Maloba Detained by ICE After Tennessee Crash
Diaspora

Kenyan Man Eric Maloba Detained by ICE After Tennessee Crash

US immigration authorities have detained Kenyan national Eric Maloba in Tennessee after a tractor-trailer crash, placing him in removal proceedings over an alleged visa overstay.Maloba, who holds a commercial driving…

Sep 23, 2026
Family Seeks Ksh360,000 to Repatriate Kenyan Woman Who Died in Indonesia
Diaspora

Family Seeks Ksh360,000 to Repatriate Kenyan Woman Who Died in Indonesia

The family of a 26-year-old Kenyan woman who died in Indonesia is appealing for Ksh360,000 to bring her remains home for burial.Ashley Atieno Odhiambo died in Indonesia on 3 August while seeking employment opportuniti…

Sep 22, 2026
Kenya Faces Milk Shortage as Drought Cuts Dairy Production
Kenya

Kenya Faces Milk Shortage as Drought Cuts Dairy Production

Milk shortages are worsening across Kenya, with retail prices doubling in some parts of the country within a week. The South Rift counties of Bomet, Narok and Kericho have been particularly affected, disrupting suppli…

Sep 22, 2026
High Court Limits IEBC Power to Change Constituency Presidential Results
Kenya

High Court Limits IEBC Power to Change Constituency Presidential Results

The High Court has upheld the legality of Kenya’s national presidential tallying centre while limiting the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission’s (IEBC) power to alter results declared at constituency level…

Sep 22, 2026
Canada Warns Visa Applicants Against Emails Seeking Sensitive Banking Details
Immigration

Canada Warns Visa Applicants Against Emails Seeking Sensitive Banking Details

Canada has warned visa applicants, including Kenyans, about fraudulent emails seeking sensitive banking information and posing as official Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) communications.IRCC said i…

Sep 22, 2026
How Kenyans in Finland Are Navigating Language, Climate and Culture
Diaspora

How Kenyans in Finland Are Navigating Language, Climate and Culture

Kenyans living in Finland face significant challenges in adapting to a new language, climate and cultural environment, with resilience becoming an important part of their experience.Language is often one of the most v…

Sep 22, 2026
Kenyan Man Peter Ogwaka Dies After Being Struck by Lorry in Essex
Diaspora

Kenyan Man Peter Ogwaka Dies After Being Struck by Lorry in Essex

A Kenyan man has died after being struck by a heavy goods vehicle in Leigh-on-Sea, Essex.Peter Omwansa Ogwaka died on Wednesday following the collision on Progress Road. Emergency services were called shortly after mi…

Sep 22, 2026
Maraga Discusses Kenya’s Democracy and Youth Participation at Princeton University
Diaspora

Maraga Discusses Kenya’s Democracy and Youth Participation at Princeton University

Former Chief Justice David Maraga has held a discussion with students at Princeton University on democracy, leadership and the role of the next generation in shaping Kenya’s future.Speaking on 21 September at an event…

Sep 22, 2026
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