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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.

3,452 articles

Kenya

Raila Dismisses Reports of Kalonzo's Threats to Leave NASA

ODM leader Raila Odinga has dismissed claims that there are cracks in the Nasa coalition. Raila, while on a tour of Kisii on Wednesday, said the coalition is in a strong and united position to unseat Jubilee in the Au…

Mar 30, 2017
Business

Kenyans 70 and Older to Receive Monthly Stipends, Free Medical Insurance from January 2018

All Kenyan citizens 70 years and older will receive a monthly stipend as well free medical insurance from the government starting in January, 2018, Treasury Cabinet Secretary announced on Thursday. medianet_width='300…

Mar 30, 2017
World

Donald Trump Approves More Aggressive Military Action against al-Shabaab in Somalia

U.S. President Donald Trump has approved a more aggressive military operation style against al-Shabaab in Somalia, the Pentagon announced on Thursday. The new style allows the chief of U.S. Africa Command to authorize…

Mar 30, 2017
Kenya

US College Confirms President Kenyatta Graduated from the Institution, Following Queries from Kenyans on Twitter

US College Confirms President Kenyatta Graduated from the Institution, Following Queries from Kenyans on Twitter Following queries from Kenyans on twitter if indeed President Uhuru Kenyatta graduated from the institut…

Mar 30, 2017
Business

Gov't Removes VAT on Maize and Bread, Hikes Betting Tax to 50% in 2017/2018 Budget

The government has intervened to stem the rising prices of maize flour in Kenya by removing Value Added Tax (VAT) and duty free importation of maize for the next four months. The VAT exemption was also applied to brea…

Mar 30, 2017
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Kenya

High Court Orders Joho to Not Withdraw Funds from His Bank Accounts Pending KRA Tax Audit

Mombasa Governor Ali Hassan Joho has been barred from withdrawing any funds from his accounts at Stanbic bank. Justice Hedwing Ongudi of the Kenya High Court ordered Joho not to withdraw any funds from the accounts un…

Mar 30, 2017
Immigration

Hawaii Judge Extends Halt on Donald Trump Travel Ban

A federal judge in Hawaii on Wednesday extended indefinitely his order blocking President Donald Trump’s travel ban. Judge Derrick Watson extended a hold on the travel ban indefinitely until the state’s lawsuit is set…

Mar 30, 2017
Diaspora

Direct USA-Kenya Flights Plans Won’t Be Affected by New Mogadishu-Nairobi Flights, Says Transport Cabinet Secretary

Transport Cabinet Secretary James Macharia has allayed fears that the newly re-launched daily direct flights between Mogadishu to Nairobi will not affect ongoing plans to unveil US-Kenya direct flights. medianet_width…

Mar 30, 2017
Kenya

Sonko Threatens to Contest Nairobi Governor's Seat under Nasa if Jubilee Treats Him Unfairly

Nairobi Senator Mike Sonko has threatened to leave Jubilee and run for Nairobi governor on a Nasa ticket if Jubilee does not treat him fairly. “NASA ni chama...sio chama cha mashetani. Jubilee ni chama lakini wakinipi…

Mar 30, 2017
Diaspora

UK-Based Kenyan Preacher Gilbert Deya Accused of Presenting a UK Court with Fake Kenyan Document

UK-based Kenyan televangelist Gilbert Deya faces fresh accusations of providing a UK court with fake documents. Deya is accused of providing the City of Westminster magistrate’s court with a fake court order from the…

Mar 30, 2017
Immigration

H1-B US Visa Application Period Begins Monday, April 3rd

The application period for H1-B US visa petitions for  fiscal year 2018 begins next week, Monday, April 3rd, 2017. H1-B is a popular non-immigrant visa program that grants high-skilled professionals especially in the…

Mar 29, 2017
Business

Facebook Launches Low-Cost Internet Service in Kenya

Facebook has launched low-cost internet service in Kenya. The US-based tech giant, through local partner Surf Kenya, plans to unveil the Express Wi-Fi service nationwide in the next few months. medianet_width='300'; m…

Mar 29, 2017
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Kenya

Joho Likely to be Charged with Forging KCSE Result Slip, Says Investigator

The investigation into whether Mombasa Governor Ali Hassan Joho forged his KCSE result slip is almost complete, a source at the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) says. The source says Joho’s investigative f…

Mar 29, 2017
Sports

Kenyan-Born US Runner Receives Backlash on Twitter

A Kenyan-born US runner is taking heat on social media after tweeting that he would never recommend anyone to compete in Africa. Samuel Kiprono Chelanga, who became a naturalized US citizen in 2015, competed at the IA…

Mar 29, 2017
Classifieds

DMV Shipping Currently Collecting Cargo for Shipment to Kenya on April 16th

DMV Shipping is currently collecting items for shipment to Kenya on April 16th. Arrange pick-up/drop-off by contacting Willy by Whatsapp (202-297-6038) or by email (kenyancraft@gmail.com).

Mar 24, 2017
Classifieds

High-Yield Investment Account for the Diaspora at ABC Bank

Everything that has life grows. So should your money! Earn competitive interest rates of up to 10% on your KES deposits and up to 4% on your USD, GBP, EUR deposit in a short-term, high-yield ABC Bank Investment Accoun…

Mar 21, 2017
Classifieds

Shipment Schedule with Titan Impex for Mar/Apr, 2017: Packages Picked Up at Your Doorstep

shipping from the US to Kenya. Titan has been in business for 8 years and offers package pickup at your doorstep. Please see below the March/April, 2017 pickup schedule for the next shipment by Titan Impex. Schedule p…

Mar 18, 2017
Obituaries

Promotion to Glory of Boniface Thuku Waweru of Baltimore, Maryland

It is with a heavy heart that we announce the passing of Boniface Thuku Waweru of Baltimore, Maryland. He was husband to Mary Thuku, and father to Moses Thuka and Tina Thuku, all of Baltimore. He was brother to Bosco…

Mar 18, 2017
Wealth and Wellness Seminar in Baltimore, MD: Sat, April 8th, 2017
Diaspora

Wealth and Wellness Seminar in Baltimore, MD: Sat, April 8th, 2017

You are invited to a Wealth and Wellness Seminar in Baltimore, Maryland on April 8th, 2017. The seminar is designed to include a basic understanding of major issues affecting our community today. Come learn the DO’s a…

Mar 12, 2017
Classifieds

Tax Filing Season is Here; Visit James Karangu, CPA at their New Location in Baltimore, MD

Tax filling season is here. Visit James Karangu, CPA (JMK Tax and Accounting Services) at their new location in Baltimore; 6418 Belair Rd (2nd floor), Baltimore, Maryland 21206. JMK provides the following services: In…

Mar 10, 2017
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