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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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Flax Freight Logistics Seeking Owner Operators; Sign-on Bonuses Available
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Flax Freight Logistics Seeking Owner Operators; Sign-on Bonuses Available

Flax Freight Logistics, LLC is currently seeking owner operators. Contact us today to receive a sign-on bonus. The owner-operators will be paid weekly. With Flax Freight, you can grow your business on your own terms…

Mar 15, 2018
Death Announcement for Francis Githinji Mwangi (Wagatonye) of Durham, North Carolina
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Death Announcement for Francis Githinji Mwangi (Wagatonye) of Durham, North Carolina

We regret to announce the death of Francis Githinji Mwangi (Wagatonye) of Durham, North Carolina on March 10th 2018 after a long battle with Cancer. He was a son to James Kiiru Nganga and Esther Njeri Kiiru (Gatanga…

Mar 13, 2018
Kenyan Team #Shujaa Finishes Second at the 2018 Canada Sevens Rugby Tournament
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Kenyan Team #Shujaa Finishes Second at the 2018 Canada Sevens Rugby Tournament

Shujaa, the Kenyan Rugby Sevens team finished second after losing to Fiji in the final of the main cup at the 2018 Canada Sevens Rugby tournament on Sunday afternoon in Vancouver, Canada. Kenya lost 12-31 to Fiji to g…

Mar 11, 2018
In Loving Memory of Dr. Mwangi Karangu
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In Loving Memory of Dr. Mwangi Karangu

Dr. Mwangi Karangu, March 10th, 2018 marks ten years since you quietly left us to be with the Lord.  You left a void that no one else can ever fill.  Your life was a blessing to us and many others as we continue to re…

Mar 8, 2018
U.S. Immigration Policy Threatens Shake-Up in Home Health Business
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U.S. Immigration Policy Threatens Shake-Up in Home Health Business

On a rare rainy night in Albuquerque, two dozen students are learning the proper way to care for older people. Teacher Liliana Reyes is reviewing the systems of the body — circulatory, respiratory and so on — to prepa…

Mar 8, 2018
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Death Announcement for Joshua Murage Gathara of Milton, Georgia
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Death Announcement for Joshua Murage Gathara of Milton, Georgia

It is with a heavy heart and sadness that we announce the death of Joshua Murage Gathara formerly of Burlington,  New Jersey which happened in Milton, Georgia on March 3rd, 2018. He was the son of the late James Gatha…

Mar 7, 2018
Kenyan Woman - Phoebe Silantoi Hickman - Passes away in Acworth, Georgia
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Kenyan Woman - Phoebe Silantoi Hickman - Passes away in Acworth, Georgia

It is with great sorrow that we announce the death of Mrs Phoebe Silantoi Hickman (Mama Somoina) after a short illness. She is a wife to John Hickman, mother to Feneitz Somoina and sister to Jonathan Mututua. Family a…

Mar 6, 2018
Kenyan Couple Found Dead of Apparent Murder-Suicide in their New Jersey Home Had a History of Marital Issues, Friends Say
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Kenyan Couple Found Dead of Apparent Murder-Suicide in their New Jersey Home Had a History of Marital Issues, Friends Say

A Kenyan couple found dead inside their Jersey City, New Jersey home on Monday morning had a history of marital problems, neighbors say. Lydiah Okongo, 40, and her husband, 51-year-old Henry Okongo, were found dead of…

Mar 6, 2018
Death Announcement for Elisha Kari Kiptogom Busienei
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Death Announcement for Elisha Kari Kiptogom Busienei

It is with humble acceptance of God’s will, that we announce the passing of Mr. Elisha Kari Kiptogom Busienei of Kapkoi, that occurred on March 3, 2018. He was husband to Helen and the late Priscilla. His was the fath…

Mar 6, 2018
Kenyan Couple Dead of Apparent Murder-Suicide in Jersey City, New Jersey
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Kenyan Couple Dead of Apparent Murder-Suicide in Jersey City, New Jersey

A Kenyan couple was found dead of apparent murder-suicide in their Jersey City, New Jersey home on Monday morning. Authorities say Lydiah Okongo, 40, was shot multiple times in the head and torso. She was found on the…

Mar 5, 2018
Death Announcement of Reagan Nyaboye - Brother to Kenneth Nyaboye of Baltimore, MD
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Death Announcement of Reagan Nyaboye - Brother to Kenneth Nyaboye of Baltimore, MD

We are saddened to announce the tragic death of Reagan Odada Nyaboye, brother to Kenneth Nyaboye of Baltimore MD. The late Reagan was an administration police officer who lost his life as a Hero on his tour of duty wh…

Mar 4, 2018
Kenya Qualifies for Main Cup Quarter Finals at the USA Sevens in Las Vegas
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Kenya Qualifies for Main Cup Quarter Finals at the USA Sevens in Las Vegas

Team Kenya will on Saturday night face Argentina in the May Cup Quarter Finals of the 2018 USA Sevens Rugby. The team qualified for the quarter finals after a thrilling win on their last Pool A match against Fiji earl…

Mar 3, 2018
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Kenya Loses to France in Pool A Opening Match at the USA Sevens Rugby
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Kenya Loses to France in Pool A Opening Match at the USA Sevens Rugby

Kenya lost its opening match at the 2018 USA Sevens Rugby on Friday, after falling 14-19 to France. Kenya is placed in Pool A alongside France, Fiji, and Russia. The team’s next game is on Friday at 6:45 pm  PST (9:45…

Mar 2, 2018
Abusive Kenyan Landlord in San Francisco Ordered to Pay $124,000 or Face Jail
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Abusive Kenyan Landlord in San Francisco Ordered to Pay $124,000 or Face Jail

A Kenyan landlord in San Francisco, California has been found by a judge in contempt of court and ordered to pay $124,000 or go to jail for 10 days. Superior Court Judge Lynn O’Malley-Taylor on Thursday ordered Anne K…

Mar 2, 2018
Father Murders One-Year-Old Daughter in Alabama as Mother Visits Kenya
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Father Murders One-Year-Old Daughter in Alabama as Mother Visits Kenya

A 26-year-old man has been charged with murder in Phenix City, Alabama in connection with the death of his one-year-old daughter. Police were called to a home located on Sommerset Drive on Wednesday, February 21st and…

Mar 2, 2018
Death Announcement for Lucy Karuri (Mama Wambui) of Peabody, Massachusetts
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Death Announcement for Lucy Karuri (Mama Wambui) of Peabody, Massachusetts

The Karuri family announces with great sadness the loss of their beloved wife and Mother Lucy Karuri (Mama Wambui) of Peabody MA. She left to be with the lord on Feb 27th 2018 at 11:30 am. She was the daughter to the…

Mar 1, 2018
ICE Nabs 150 Immigrants as 800 Others Escape Arrest after Mayor’s Warning
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ICE Nabs 150 Immigrants as 800 Others Escape Arrest after Mayor’s Warning

(AP) A federal immigration official says about 800 people living in Northern California were able to avoid arrest because of a warning by Oakland Mayor Libby Schaaf. Thomas Homan, the Immigration and Customs Enforceme…

Feb 28, 2018
Looking to Buy, Sell or Rent in the DMV? Amos is Your DMV Realtor and Expert
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Looking to Buy, Sell or Rent in the DMV? Amos is Your DMV Realtor and Expert

Amos Mburu is a Licensed Realtor in Silver Spring, Maryland who with great passion uses his expertise to help individuals as they embark on the journey to real estate ownership, selling, renting or leasing. Home buyin…

Feb 26, 2018
CDL Drivers Wanted: $1,500 - $2,000 Average Weekly Pay
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CDL Drivers Wanted: $1,500 - $2,000 Average Weekly Pay

A logistics company is currently seeking qualified, safe and professional Class A drivers and teams for OTR positions paying 50c/mile all miles, with an average pay of $1,500 - $2,000 per week. Minimum requirements: V…

Feb 26, 2018
U.S. Supreme Court Rejects Trump over 'Dreamers' immigrants
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U.S. Supreme Court Rejects Trump over 'Dreamers' immigrants

(Reuters) The U.S. Supreme Court on Monday dealt a setback to President Donald Trump, requiring his administration to maintain protections he has sought to end for hundreds of thousands of immigrants brought illegally…

Feb 26, 2018
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