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Irungu Thairu

News Writer

Irungu Thairu is a news writer at Mwakilishi, covering Kenyan, diaspora and international news. He joined Mwakilishi in 2009, which makes him one of the site's longest-serving writers.

He writes on the stories shaping Kenya and its diaspora, from politics and current affairs at home to immigration, the green card lottery and community life abroad. His reporting aims to keep Kenyans everywhere connected to the news that affects them, wherever they are.

When he is not working, Irungu likes to spend time with his family, travel and play golf.

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A Data-Collection Firm is Reportedly Sharing License Plate information with US Immigration Officials
Immigration

A Data-Collection Firm is Reportedly Sharing License Plate information with US Immigration Officials

A real estate development company that operates shopping malls throughout California is reportedly sharing license plate information with a surveillance technology company that in turn provides access to that data to…

Jul 12, 2018
5 Prudent Ways to Make Use of Amani Ridge - the Place of Peace
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5 Prudent Ways to Make Use of Amani Ridge - the Place of Peace

Amani Ridge – The Place of Peace is an ultra-modern Mini-City that neighbors Nova Pioneer School and Tatu City. As one of Optiven Group’s prime projects, it is located only 3.2kms off Kiambu-Kamiti Road and is easily…

Jul 10, 2018
Diaspora Has Great Choices on Counties to Invest in Kenya
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Diaspora Has Great Choices on Counties to Invest in Kenya

The right opportunities only meet those who are ready for them and many Kenyans in USA now have limitless opportunities and even better, great choices of properties to pick from. Optiven is here to offer you: 1/4 acre…

Jul 6, 2018
Match Ventures: Prime Plots for Sale in Nakuru, Kenya
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Match Ventures: Prime Plots for Sale in Nakuru, Kenya

It is a dream of every Kenyan in the diaspora to invest back home. Match ventures is here to make your dream a reality. Match ventures has value-added plots in Nakuru, Nanyuki and Kitengela. The projects have water an…

Jul 5, 2018
Live-in Nanny Wanted in Baltimore, Maryland
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Live-in Nanny Wanted in Baltimore, Maryland

A Kenyan family in Baltimore, Maryland seeks a nanny for a live-in full-time job (Monday – Friday). The ideal candidate should be a female between the ages of 25 and 45 years. If interested, contact 443-240-1528.  

Jul 3, 2018
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Nairobi Among Top 4 Foreign Direct Investment Destinations in Africa
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Nairobi Among Top 4 Foreign Direct Investment Destinations in Africa

The United Nations has placed Nairobi as one of the top four major urban Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) destinations in Africa. This is together with Cairo, Lagos and Johannesburg. “FDI hubs such as Johannesburg, Cai…

Jul 2, 2018
Death Announcement for Rose Wangui Mwaniki: Mother to John Mwaniki (Asante Auto) of Baltimore
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Death Announcement for Rose Wangui Mwaniki: Mother to John Mwaniki (Asante Auto) of Baltimore

It is with a humble heart that we announce the passing to glory of Rose Wangui Mwaniki which occurred on June 29th, 2018, in Kenya. She was mother to John Mwaniki (Asante Auto), mother-in law to Lydia Mwaniki (Mama Wa…

Jun 30, 2018
Affordable Investment Opportunity at Springfield - Nakuru
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Affordable Investment Opportunity at Springfield - Nakuru

Springfield-Nakuru by Username Investment is a spectacular and affordable investment opportunity to own a 50 X 100 plot at an introductory price of only Kshs. 429,000. The project is strategically located 24km from Na…

Jun 29, 2018
Renowned US-Based Kenyan Researcher Dr George Njoroge to be Honored at FACE List Awards
Diaspora

Renowned US-Based Kenyan Researcher Dr George Njoroge to be Honored at FACE List Awards

Dr George Njoroge, a US-based Kenyan researcher, made history as the first African scientist to be granted over 100 patents by the American Patent and Trade Office. He is now set to be honored at FACE List Awards on J…

Jun 28, 2018
AWG Properties, LLC Buys Houses in Any Condition in the Baltimore Area
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AWG Properties, LLC Buys Houses in Any Condition in the Baltimore Area

AWG Properties, LLC, is a premier Real Estate firm located in Baltimore, Maryland. AWG buys houses in any condition. No repairs are required and sometime they help with moving expenses. No real estate agent commission…

Jun 27, 2018
Elimu Tutoring & Training Center in Baltimore, MD Currently Enrolling Students for 2018 Summer Camp
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Elimu Tutoring & Training Center in Baltimore, MD Currently Enrolling Students for 2018 Summer Camp

Elimu Tutoring & Training Center, located in Baltimore, Maryland, is now enrolling students for 2018 Summer Camp. Elimu Summer Camp provides: Math and Reading Tutoring Swahili classes (speaking, reading & writting) Sc…

Jun 25, 2018
Death Announcement for Jane Wambui Kimuya of Baltimore, Maryland
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Death Announcement for Jane Wambui Kimuya of Baltimore, Maryland

It is with a humble heart, that we announce the passing to glory of M/s. Jane Wambui Kimuya in Baltimore MD, after a short illness. She was the daughter to Edith Wangari and the late Elizaphan Kimuya, mother to Elizap…

Jun 22, 2018
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Death Announcement for James Mwangi Maina - Brother to Harun Thuita of Baltimore, MD
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Death Announcement for James Mwangi Maina - Brother to Harun Thuita of Baltimore, MD

We regret to announce the death of James Mwangi Maina of Kangema, Muranga on Tuesday, 6/19/2018 after a brave  fight with Prostate Cancer. He was beloved  husband to Sophia Wangui and father to Meraph Wangeci Mwangi a…

Jun 22, 2018
U.S. House Again Postpones Vote on Republican Immigration Bill
Immigration

U.S. House Again Postpones Vote on Republican Immigration Bill

(Reuters) - Republican leaders in the U.S. House of Representatives delayed for a second time - likely to next week - a vote on an immigration bill they had originally planned to take up on Thursday. The vote on the s…

Jun 21, 2018
Death Announcement for Prof. Erastus Njage, Longtime Professor of Electrical Engineering at Morgan State University in Baltimore
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Death Announcement for Prof. Erastus Njage, Longtime Professor of Electrical Engineering at Morgan State University in Baltimore

We are deeply saddened to inform you that Professor Erastus Njage of Randallstown, Maryland USA has passed away. Professor Njage suffered from Parkinson's disease and was found deceased at his home on Sunday, June 17t…

Jun 21, 2018
Kenya Native Billy Chemirmir Indicted on Capital Murder of an Elderly Woman in Dallas, Texas
Diaspora

Kenya Native Billy Chemirmir Indicted on Capital Murder of an Elderly Woman in Dallas, Texas

A Kenyan man has been indicted by a grand jury in Dallas, Texas with the murder of an 81-year-old woman. 45-year-old Billy Chemirmir was indicted last week on capital murder in connection with the death of Lu Thi Harr…

Jun 20, 2018
Death Announcement forTony Neto (Yeyo) of Houston, Texas
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Death Announcement forTony Neto (Yeyo) of Houston, Texas

It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing away of Tony Neto (Yeyo) on 06-12-2018. Tony was diagnosed with Gall bladder cancer on January 15th 2018. He begun chemo in February of 2018, underwent 9 rounds bef…

Jun 20, 2018
Death Announcement for Florence Bwari Nyabasa of McKinney, Texas
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Death Announcement for Florence Bwari Nyabasa of McKinney, Texas

We are saddened to announce the death of Florence Bwari Nyabasa of McKinney, Texas Which occurred on Friday June 15th 2018, at Baylor Scott and White Heart Hospital in Plano, TX. She was a beloved wife to Charles Nyab…

Jun 19, 2018
Join Ukarimu, the Leader in Immigrant Bereavement Support
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Join Ukarimu, the Leader in Immigrant Bereavement Support

Founding the bereavement program in 2017, Ukarimu has changed the way immigrant families support each other in times of bereavement especially when a loved one dies outside the United States. Our goal, the same today…

Jun 15, 2018
Death Announcement for Paul Ndegwa Kangethe - Father to Serah Kimani (Mama Nduta) of Baltimore, MD
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Death Announcement for Paul Ndegwa Kangethe - Father to Serah Kimani (Mama Nduta) of Baltimore, MD

It is with great sorrow and humble acceptance of God’s will that we announce the passing of Paul Ndegwa Kangethe of Ondiri, Kikuyu Kenya. He was father to Serah Kimani (Mama Nduta) among others and father in-law to Ki…

Jun 11, 2018
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