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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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Tragedy in Australia as Kenyan Woman Allegedly Attacks Three Children, Killing Five-Year-Old
Diaspora

Tragedy in Australia as Kenyan Woman Allegedly Attacks Three Children, Killing Five-Year-Old

A five-year-old boy has died and his two younger siblings are critically injured following a suspected knife attack in Valley Heights, New South Wales.Emergency services were called to Waratah Road shortly before 1pm…

Sep 22, 2026
Uhuru Reopens Debate Over 2022 Election, Says Raila Won
Kenya

Uhuru Reopens Debate Over 2022 Election, Says Raila Won

Former President Uhuru Kenyatta has renewed debate over Kenya's 2022 presidential election, saying he remains convinced that Raila Odinga won enough votes to defeat William Ruto.Uhuru backed Odinga in the 2022 electio…

Sep 22, 2026
Kalonzo, Sifuna Camps Clash Over Political Use of ‘Ukombozi’
Kenya

Kalonzo, Sifuna Camps Clash Over Political Use of ‘Ukombozi’

Wiper Patriotic Front spokesperson, lawyer Ndegwa Njiru, has defended Kalonzo Musyoka against claims that the name Ukombozi Alliance was inspired by Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna’s political plans.Njiru said Musyoka ha…

Sep 22, 2026
Ruto Says Kenya Ready to Begin Work on Dangote Oil Refinery
Business

Ruto Says Kenya Ready to Begin Work on Dangote Oil Refinery

Kenya is preparing to break ground on a Sh2.2 trillion oil refinery in Lamu, with President William Ruto saying the project is ready to move into construction.The refinery is being developed by Nigerian billionaire Al…

Sep 21, 2026
Kenyans Abroad Get New Digital Platform for Investment and Development Project
Diaspora

Kenyans Abroad Get New Digital Platform for Investment and Development Project

President William Ruto has launched the Kenya Diaspora Impact Platform, a digital initiative aimed at connecting Kenyans abroad with investment and development opportunities in the country.The platform was unveiled on…

Sep 21, 2026
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Kenyans Warned Against Fake Dangote Refinery IPO Investment Offers
Business

Kenyans Warned Against Fake Dangote Refinery IPO Investment Offers

CMA warns Kenyan investors over unauthorised Dangote refinery IPO offersKenya’s Capital Markets Authority (CMA) has warned investors against unauthorised offers to sell shares in Dangote Petroleum Refinery, saying the…

Sep 21, 2026
High Court Denies Bail to Eight Minors Over Utumishi Girls’ Fire
Kenya

High Court Denies Bail to Eight Minors Over Utumishi Girls’ Fire

The High Court in Kibra has denied bail to eight minors accused in connection with the Utumishi Girls’ Academy fire that killed 16 students in May.Justice Diana Kavedza ruled that the minors should remain in custody…

Sep 21, 2026
Kenyans in Britain Honour Elizabeth Kang’ethe’s 16 Years in Public Service
Diaspora

Kenyans in Britain Honour Elizabeth Kang’ethe’s 16 Years in Public Service

Kenyans in the UK have honoured Dr Elizabeth Kang’ethe for 16 years of service in local politics at a celebration attended by community leaders, clergy, politicians and family members.The event brought together member…

Sep 21, 2026
Florida Bans Undocumented Students From Career Training at Public Colleges
Immigration

Florida Bans Undocumented Students From Career Training at Public Colleges

Florida has barred undocumented students from enrolling in career and technical education programmes at public institutions, extending the state’s restrictions on access to education for people without legal status.Th…

Sep 21, 2026
Tim Wanyonyi Denies Returning to ODM, Reaffirms Support for Sifuna
Kenya

Tim Wanyonyi Denies Returning to ODM, Reaffirms Support for Sifuna

Westlands MP Tim Wanyonyi has denied reports that he has returned to the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM), reaffirming his commitment to the Linda Mwananchi movement and Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna’s presidential bid…

Sep 21, 2026
Maraga Meets Delaware Governor to Discuss Kenya’s Economic Challenges
Diaspora

Maraga Meets Delaware Governor to Discuss Kenya’s Economic Challenges

Former Chief Justice David Maraga met Delaware Governor Matt Meyer to discuss Kenya’s economic and governance challenges, including energy costs, taxation, manufacturing, housing and land rights.Maraga described the m…

Sep 21, 2026
Azimio Coalition Rebranded as Ukombozi Alliance
Kenya

Azimio Coalition Rebranded as Ukombozi Alliance

Kenya’s opposition coalition has rebranded as the Ukombozi Alliance, with Wiper Party leader Kalonzo Musyoka announcing the new name on 21 September alongside other senior leaders, including Siaya Governor James Oreng…

Sep 21, 2026
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Shakahola Victims: Families Given 21 Days to Collect Remains
Kenya

Shakahola Victims: Families Given 21 Days to Collect Remains

Kilifi County has given families 21 days to claim the remains of relatives who died in the Shakahola tragedy before it seeks court approval to bury those that remain unclaimed.The county is holding 443 bodies and body…

Sep 21, 2026
How Kenyan Chef Robie Too Is Redefining Food Presentation in the US
Diaspora

How Kenyan Chef Robie Too Is Redefining Food Presentation in the US

Kenyan chef Robie Too is building a reputation in the United States for his distinctive approach to food presentation, placing plating at the centre of his culinary work.Too believes that gastronomy combines flavour w…

Sep 20, 2026
Kenya Eyes Diaspora Nurses’ Expertise to Transform Healthcare Sector
Diaspora

Kenya Eyes Diaspora Nurses’ Expertise to Transform Healthcare Sector

Kenya plans to establish a formal partnership with the Kenyan Nurses Association of America (KNAA) to channel the expertise and professional networks of Kenyan nurses in the United States into the country’s healthcare…

Sep 20, 2026
High Water Bills? Why Some Kenyans Are Paying More
Kenya

High Water Bills? Why Some Kenyans Are Paying More

Kenyans facing unexpectedly high water bills have been told that incomplete water abstraction permits and inactive meters are among the main reasons for the charges.Water and Sanitation Cabinet Secretary Eric Mugaa sa…

Sep 20, 2026
Agnes Ng’etich Breaks World Record as Kenya Claims Half Marathon Gold and Silver
Sports

Agnes Ng’etich Breaks World Record as Kenya Claims Half Marathon Gold and Silver

Agnes Ng’etich won the women’s half marathon title at the World Athletics Road Running Championships in Copenhagen on Sunday, setting a women-only world record of 1:05:15.The Kenyan took control early, building a 10-s…

Sep 20, 2026
Kenyan Students Seek Clarification on Bringing Family to Australia
Diaspora

Kenyan Students Seek Clarification on Bringing Family to Australia

Kenyan students in Australia are seeking clarification on whether recent immigration changes will affect their ability to bring spouses and children to the country.The uncertainty follows reports of changes to family…

Sep 20, 2026
US to Screen Social Media of Applicants in Three More Visa Categories
Immigration

US to Screen Social Media of Applicants in Three More Visa Categories

The US Department of State will expand its social media vetting requirements from 1 October, requiring applicants for I, TN and TD visas to make their social media profiles publicly accessible as part of the visa adju…

Sep 19, 2026
RMS: Gachagua Did Not Ask for Trevor Ombija’s Removal
Kenya

RMS: Gachagua Did Not Ask for Trevor Ombija’s Removal

Royal Media Services (RMS) has denied reports that former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua sought the dismissal of journalist Trevor Ombija following a controversial television interview.RMS Group Editorial and Strat…

Sep 19, 2026
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