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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 Jane 'Kakuvi' Munyao of Queens, NY
Obituaries

Death Announcement for Jane 'Kakuvi' Munyao of Queens, NY

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of our dear Jane “Kakuvi” Munyao on December 27th, 2017 at New York Presbyterian Hospital, Queens after a short but arduous battle with cancer. She leaves behin…

Jan 2, 2018
Death Announcement for Jackson Kahihu of Durham/Hillsborough, NC
Obituaries

Death Announcement for Jackson Kahihu of Durham/Hillsborough, NC

We announce the peaceful promotion to glory of brother Jackson Kahihu of Durham/Hillsborough, NC on Dec 31, 2017. Husband to Nancy Kahihu (Mama Job) and father to Job Gatundu of Hillsborough, NC, Dave, Nathan, and Ste…

Jan 1, 2018
Kenyan Man in Arizona Arrested for Being Drunk while Caring for Patients
Diaspora

Kenyan Man in Arizona Arrested for Being Drunk while Caring for Patients

A Kenyan man is in custody in Mesa, Arizona after police say he was drunk at work as he cared for the elderly at a senior care facility. Court documents say George Mathenge, 30, was the only care provider working the…

Dec 28, 2017
Death Announcement for Charles Karaka Kinuthia (Karax) of Baltimore, Maryland
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Death Announcement for Charles Karaka Kinuthia (Karax) of Baltimore, Maryland

We regret to announce the sudden death of Charles Karaka Kinuthia (Karax) of Baltimore, MD, which occurred in his sleep on 12/23/2017 in Owings Mills, MD. He was the son of James and Esther Kinuthia of Ruai and brothe…

Dec 25, 2017
Family Searches for Long-Lost Relative in the US
Diaspora

Family Searches for Long-Lost Relative in the US

A family in Kenya is searching for their long-lost relative who moved to the United States five decades ago. Anthony Gachinga moved to the US in the 1960s as a student, but his family in Kenya has not heard from him s…

Dec 22, 2017
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Promotion to Glory of Mama Damaris Omariba
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Promotion to Glory of Mama Damaris Omariba

The cruel hand of death has robbed us of our dear mother, Mama Damaris Omariba of Kisii, Kenya. Mom came to the USA to visit on November 10th, 2017. This was a joyful reunion after 17 years being apart from this famil…

Dec 19, 2017
Death Announcement: Damaris Isaac Anyoso (Dama) of Elizabeth, NJ
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Death Announcement: Damaris Isaac Anyoso (Dama) of Elizabeth, NJ

It is with a heavy heart and great sadness that we announce the passing on of our dear friend Damaris Isaac Anyoso (Dama) of Elizabeth, NJ who passed away on Dec 8th, 2017 after a short illness - further to a diagnosi…

Dec 13, 2017
Immigration: Supreme Court Allows Full Enforcement of Trump Travel Ban
Immigration

Immigration: Supreme Court Allows Full Enforcement of Trump Travel Ban

(AP) The Supreme Court on Monday allowed the Trump administration to fully enforce a ban on travel to the United States by residents of six mostly Muslim countries. This is not a final ruling on the travel ban: Challe…

Dec 5, 2017
Death Announcement for Jamal Lorenzo Nganga of Silver Spring, Maryland
Obituaries

Death Announcement for Jamal Lorenzo Nganga of Silver Spring, Maryland

It is with heavy hearts and great sorrow that we inform you of the unexpected passing of Jamal Lorenzo Nganga of Silver Spring, Maryland. Jamal was only 20 years old and a student at the University of Tampa (FL). He w…

Dec 1, 2017
VIDEO of a Fight by Kenyans Outside a Restaurant in Dallas, Texas Goes Viral
Diaspora

VIDEO of a Fight by Kenyans Outside a Restaurant in Dallas, Texas Goes Viral

A video of a fight by Kenyans outside a popular restaurant in Dallas, Texas has gone viral. The fight occurred on Saturday night at Massai Grill, located along Lyndon B. Johnson Fwy in Dallas, where Kenyans were celeb…

Nov 29, 2017
US Congratulates Uhuru, Ruto on Inauguration for a Second Term
Kenya

US Congratulates Uhuru, Ruto on Inauguration for a Second Term

The United States has congratulated President Uhuru Kenyatta and Deputy President William Ruto on their inauguration for a second term. The US State Department, through its spokesperson Heather Nauert says the US and…

Nov 28, 2017
Four Accomplishments over the Last Four Years that President Uhuru is Most Proud Of
Kenya

Four Accomplishments over the Last Four Years that President Uhuru is Most Proud Of

In his inaugural speech on Tuesday after being sworn into office for a second term, President Uhuru Kenyatta reflected on the last four years of his presidency, and cited four major accomplishments he is most proud of…

Nov 28, 2017
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President Uhuru Kenyatta's Full Inauguration Speech
Kenya

President Uhuru Kenyatta's Full Inauguration Speech

Your Excellencies, Visiting Heads of State and Government; Your Excellencies, Ambassadors and High Commissioners; Distinguished Guests; Ladies and Gentlemen, Fellow Kenyans, 1. Today is yet another historic day for ou…

Nov 28, 2017
STREAMING LIVE: President Uhuru Kenyatta's Inauguration
Kenya

STREAMING LIVE: President Uhuru Kenyatta's Inauguration

Follow LIVE HERE the inauguration ceremony for President Uhuru Kenyatta and Deputy President William Ruto as they are sworn into a second term in office. The inauguration ceremony is taking place on Tuesday November 2…

Nov 28, 2017
Promotion to Glory of Issac Karanja - Father to Nancy Kamau (Mama Soni) of Baltimore, MD
Obituaries

Promotion to Glory of Issac Karanja - Father to Nancy Kamau (Mama Soni) of Baltimore, MD

Dear family and friends, it is with great sadness that we inform you of promotion to glory of Isaac Chege Karanja of Nguku Village, Kigumo in Murang’a, Kenya on November 25, 2017. He passed away at Aga Khan hospital a…

Nov 26, 2017
Kenyan-Owned Home Health-Care Company in Massachusetts Fined $1 Million
Diaspora

Kenyan-Owned Home Health-Care Company in Massachusetts Fined $1 Million

A Kenyan-owned home health-care company in Massachusetts has been ordered to pay more than $1 million in restitution and penalties for failing to pay its employees overtime. Maestro-Connections Home Health Systems, LC…

Nov 21, 2017
Naomi Mburu, a Kenyan-American Student at UMBC Receives the Prestigious Rhodes Scholarship
Diaspora

Naomi Mburu, a Kenyan-American Student at UMBC Receives the Prestigious Rhodes Scholarship

Naomi Mburu, a chemical engineering student at the University of Maryland Baltimore County (UMBC) has received the prestigious Rhodes Scholarship. Naomi, 21, whose parents are Kenyan immigrants, becomes the first stud…

Nov 21, 2017
Zimbabwe President Robert Mugabe Resigns after 37-Year Reign
World

Zimbabwe President Robert Mugabe Resigns after 37-Year Reign

(AFP) Robert Mugabe resigned as president of Zimbabwe Tuesday, parliament speaker Jacob Mudenda announced. This brings the curtain down on a 37-year reign of Mr Mugabe. Mugabe was swept from power as his autocratic ru…

Nov 21, 2017
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This is Why Amanda Njeri, RN, Will Not Find Love in the USA

Hebu  niulize, na si kwa ubaya, What is so important about being an RN? Kila mahali nikienda, RN. Hata madame kama Amanda are finding it very hard to find husbands, kwa sababu ya mariingo. Aki mtu akipata ka RN matako…

Nov 15, 2017
[VIDEO] US Woman Leaving Husband of 18 Years to Marry a 26-Year-Old Man in Kisii, Kenya - Husband Expresses Displeasure
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[VIDEO] US Woman Leaving Husband of 18 Years to Marry a 26-Year-Old Man in Kisii, Kenya - Husband Expresses Displeasure

An American woman, a mother of four, says she is leaving her husband of 18 years for a Kenyan man she met online but whom she has never met in person. Sarah says she is love with Kevin, a 26-year-old man from Kisii, K…

Nov 15, 2017
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