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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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Death Announcement for James Munyao Kauli Kasue of Cary, North Carolina
Obituaries

Death Announcement for James Munyao Kauli Kasue of Cary, North Carolina

We regret to announce the death of James Munyao Kauli Kasue of Cary NC on Feb 19th after a short illness. He leaves behind his partner of 15 years - Irene Nthenya Solomon (Cary, NC) - and sons Bryant Kioko (Cary, NC)…

Feb 23, 2018
Death Announcement for Njoki wa Ndegwa of Dallas, Texas
Obituaries

Death Announcement for Njoki wa Ndegwa of Dallas, Texas

We are saddened to announce the demise of our sister Njoki Wa Ndegwa of Jambo Radio Netowrk (JRN) and formerly of Kameme FM in Nairobi, Kenya. She passed away on Friday, February 16th, 2018 from metastatic brain tumor…

Feb 19, 2018
Death Announcement for Alice Nyaucha Kimani - Mother to Dr F. George Njoroge of Indiana, USA
Obituaries

Death Announcement for Alice Nyaucha Kimani - Mother to Dr F. George Njoroge of Indiana, USA

It is with humble acceptable of God’s will that we announce the promotion to glory of our mom Alice Nyaucha Kimani of Ngochi Village, Githunguri Location, Kiambu County. Daughter of the late Njoroge Cairo and the late…

Feb 18, 2018
Njoki wa Ndegwa, Host of US-Based Jambo Radio Network (JRN) Has Passed Away
Diaspora

Njoki wa Ndegwa, Host of US-Based Jambo Radio Network (JRN) Has Passed Away

Njoki wa Ndegwa, founder and host of the USA-based Jambo Radio Network (JRN) has passed away. Njoki passed away on Friday at the Parklands Memorial Hospital in Dallas, Texas, where she was being treated for metastatic…

Feb 16, 2018
Colorado Considers its Own Version of the 'Green Card'
Immigration

Colorado Considers its Own Version of the 'Green Card'

Colorado would have it’s own version of a “green card” under legislation at the state capitol. It would be called a “purple card.” Some state lawmakers say if Congress won’t reform the immigration system, they will. T…

Feb 16, 2018
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Death Announcement for Valentine Wanjiru Njuguna – Sister to Joan Njuguna of Baltimore, MD
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Death Announcement for Valentine Wanjiru Njuguna – Sister to Joan Njuguna of Baltimore, MD

It is with a heavy heart that we announce the passing of Valentine Wanjiru Njuguna, sister to Joan Njuguna (Mama Jermaine) of Baltimore, Maryland. She passed away on her 20th birthday on February 14, 2018 in Karen Hos…

Feb 15, 2018
South African President Jacob Zuma Resigns
World

South African President Jacob Zuma Resigns

(AP) South African President Jacob Zuma, in a televised address to the nation, said he will resign from his position "with immediate effect." "I have...come to the decision to resign as the president of the republic w…

Feb 14, 2018
50x100 Plots Available for Sale in Nairobi’s Utawala Area
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50x100 Plots Available for Sale in Nairobi’s Utawala Area

50x100 plots available for sale in Nairobi’s Utawala area. The plots are located on the Eastern Bypass, opposite GSU barracks. Price: Sh4 million Amenities: The land is surrounded by a host of activities and amenities…

Feb 14, 2018
US Senate Begins Debate on Immigration Bill that Ends Green Card Lottery, Trims Family-Based Sponsorship
Immigration

US Senate Begins Debate on Immigration Bill that Ends Green Card Lottery, Trims Family-Based Sponsorship

The United States senate is on Wednesday expected to begin debate on an immigration bill that has been introduced by Senate republicans. The bill, known as the Secure and Succeed Act, calls for granting a pathway to c…

Feb 13, 2018
US Senate Begins Debate on Immigration and the Fate of "Dreamers"
Immigration

US Senate Begins Debate on Immigration and the Fate of "Dreamers"

(AP) The Senate begins a rare, open-ended debate on immigration and the fate of the "Dreamer" immigrants on Monday, and Republican senators say they'll introduce President Donald Trump's plan. Though his proposal has…

Feb 12, 2018
Rental Unit in Nairobi's Tallest Tower Will Set You Back Sh480,000
Real Estate

Rental Unit in Nairobi's Tallest Tower Will Set You Back Sh480,000

The 88 Nairobi Condominium apartments will cost up to Sh480,000 a month to rent. The 44-storey apartments tower to be located in Nairobi’s Upper Hill area will be among the tallest residential skyscrapers in the regio…

Feb 9, 2018
Miguna is a Canadian Political Refugee, Not Kenyan, says Immigration Director
Kenya

Miguna is a Canadian Political Refugee, Not Kenyan, says Immigration Director

The Department of Immigration has maintained that lawyer Miguna Miguna, who was deported on Tuesday night, is a Canadian and not a Kenyan. Director Gordon Kihalangwa, in his affidavit which was ordered by the court on…

Feb 9, 2018
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Death Announcement for Dorothy Karia Mugo - Mother to Fedis Nganga of Baltimore, MD
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Death Announcement for Dorothy Karia Mugo - Mother to Fedis Nganga of Baltimore, MD

It is with great sadness to inform you of promotion to glory of Dorothy Karia Mugo on February 8, 2018 after a short illness. She was wife to the late Mugo Nganjiu. She was mother to Fedis Njeri Nganga of Baltimore, M…

Feb 9, 2018
Canada Urges Kenyan Government to Respect the Constitution
Kenya

Canada Urges Kenyan Government to Respect the Constitution

Canada has expressed its concern over the Kenyan government’s recent crackdown on opposition leaders and recent shutdown of television stations. Global Affairs Canada, in a statement, said it is deeply concerned by so…

Feb 9, 2018
Machakos Governor Alfred Mutua Wins Petition Challenging His Election
Kenya

Machakos Governor Alfred Mutua Wins Petition Challenging His Election

Machakos governor Alfred Mutua has won a court case challenging his election as governor. Justice Aggrey Muchelule of the Machakos High Court on Friday struck out the petition filed by Wanyiva Ndeti, saying she did no…

Feb 9, 2018
US Government Shuts Down
World

US Government Shuts Down

(AFP) The US government slid into its second shutdown in three weeks early Friday after a senator in President Donald Trump's own Republican Party blocked a vote on a bipartisan budget deal before a midnight deadline…

Feb 9, 2018
Death Announcement for Margaret Njeri Gacuca
Obituaries

Death Announcement for Margaret Njeri Gacuca

It is with profound sorrow and acceptance of God’s will that we announce the passing of Margaret Njeri Gacuca of Ruthimitu village, Waithaka, Dagoretti, Nairobi County.She was loving wife to the late Edwin Gacuca  Kib…

Feb 8, 2018
Appreciation
Obituaries

Appreciation

We the family of the late Charles Karaka Kinuthia (Karax) wish to express our heartfelt gratitude to family, friends, colleagues and the “Kenyan Community in Baltimore” for your visits, encouragement, prayers and fina…

Feb 7, 2018
Death Announcements: Kanisa Osiemo and Robert Osiemo (Mother and Son)
Obituaries

Death Announcements: Kanisa Osiemo and Robert Osiemo (Mother and Son)

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the sudden deaths of son and mother (Robert Osiemo on February 2nd, 2018, and Kanisa Osiemo on February 3rd, 2018). Both deaths occurred after short illnesses Robert was brother…

Feb 6, 2018
Miguna Miguna Deported to Canada, Says Lawyer
Diaspora

Miguna Miguna Deported to Canada, Says Lawyer

Self-declared National Resistance Movement (NRM) general Miguna Miguna has reportedly been deported from Kenya to Canada. Miguna’s lawyer, Nelson Havi said on Tuesday night that reliable sources from the JKIA and the…

Feb 6, 2018
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