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Irungu Thairu

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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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Maybe Thats Why We Are More Interested in Trumpism and Brexist

He abruptly woke up shortly after 3AM on Monday, July 4. His heart was racing and though one of the three windows in his bedroom was wide open thus allowing the delta breeze to waft inside, his skin felt moist and sti…

Jul 5, 2016
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Dear Kenyans Living Abroad aka Diaspora, Take Time to Read Exodus 1:8

"There arose another King who knew not Joseph". That verse should always warn you that if you decide to live in another Country- you will always be seen as a foreigner. Always take time to invest back home, the only p…

Jun 29, 2016
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An Open Letter To Hon. Raila Odinga

They say a great soldier knows when to engage an enemy and when to retreat. I am not in any way suggesting that you are a soldier or even half of one. But i would think you have read far and wide. You would think by n…

Jun 17, 2016
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Three Myths about China in Kenya

In recent years, China’s presence in sub-Saharan Africa has risen rapidly. Many fear that China spells doom for the Kenyan economy. Producers of manufactured goods, for example, face more competition from China in b…

Jun 5, 2016
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Open Letter to Kenyan Female Artists (Musicians & Actresses)

I would like to put a disclaimer out, if I mention your name on this article it is not a personal attack am just using you as an example. First, as a fan of Kenyan music am happy to see more ladies releasing music, ac…

Jun 1, 2016
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Thanks, But No Thanks

Have you seen your local Member of Parliament lately? If you have, it’s  because the head of state was in town, perhaps you are among the elite, or a  member of the political cronies in the nation’s capital. In ma…

May 23, 2016
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Wanjala, Busaa na Helikopta

Hivi majuzi katika kaunti ya Bungoma, Sale Wanjala alifanya kitendo kilichowashangaza wengi. Kwenye sherehe za kutoa heshima kwa mwendazake Jacob Juma katika uwanja wa Posta, Wanjala alishika chuma ya helikopta ilipop…

May 20, 2016
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Alert to Prospective Diaspora Returnees

Rule #1: Know whom you are using to ship your hard earned stuff. These fellows can mess you up and with you being in Kenya you will never be able to do jack to regain your losses because the systems here simply don’…

Apr 24, 2016
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Stop Abuse in the Name of Help

In our fight to end poverty and make lives better, in our desire to help people in need and be the voice of the voiceless, many have dressed themselves in the name of well wishers when the bottom line is that they hav…

Apr 2, 2016
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Explaining the Trump Phenomenon to a Kenyan

A friend in Kenya asked me the following questions: Why is the Republican Party undermining its own front runner? Is that a democratic thing to do? Nothing comparable is happening in the Democratic Party. Is this beca…

Apr 1, 2016
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Morality of FEP Coming to Diaspora to Jolt their Already Hurting Wallet: Why Allow it?

An Email forwarded by FEP Diaspora representative to me states, “As the financial year comes to a close, FEP Holdings Ltd together with Credit Bank have announced a PPO process on the road map to acquire substantial…

Mar 28, 2016
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So You Found Mr. Right Online? You Are Better Off with the Mafisi You Know

I recently came across a clip of a Kenyan woman warning fellow women against falling into the traps of these tall, dark and handsome men, especially from West Africa. Wait, did I say say tall and dark? No I meant shor…

Mar 26, 2016
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Where Do I Count Myself? Where Do You Count Yourself?

In response to a comment I made re: the article “Okemo, Gichuru Cost  Taxpayers Billions in Loan Repayments”, someone in Mwaklishi accused me of  “making it about myself” and being “a huge man with a big emp…

Mar 25, 2016
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My Struggle with Bipolar – A Personal Confession

A few years ago, I burst into the scene with energy, brio, and a conquering spirit. Around late 2011 to 2012 and part of 2013, I had everything going for me. I was healthy fortunate, and my law practice was doing quit…

Mar 23, 2016
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Team Mafisi Experience in Las Vegas

So my gang and I planned out a trip to Las Vegas. Seeing as it was going to be a first time experience, I was excited. Looking forward to seeing all that is Vegas, or try to. So on the day off, I barely slept through…

Mar 10, 2016
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Why Kenyans in Diaspora Feel Let Down

“So what keeps you here?” I once asked a Kenyan I met working at a Dubai restaurant. “So many things,” he said. Amid contagious nostalgia, he couldn’t hide what he considered barriers against his return to h…

Mar 7, 2016
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Kenyan USA Diaspora Parents Conundrum: 26 Years to Life

I am still receiving feedback, including some backlash, for a piece I wrote a few months ago on Mwakilishi.com entitled “Kenyans Living in USA May Have to Retire There, Data Shows”. I guess it touched some raw ner…

Mar 6, 2016
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Marekani Si Kwa Mama Yako! Simple Rules to Live By in the USA

So you are a new immigrant in the USA. Or you have been here forever. The rules apply to all. Follow these simple common sense guidelines and you will enjoy your freedom. 1. Men. This country places you at the bottom…

Feb 27, 2016
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Open Letter to Team Mafisi and All Kenyan Media: Stop Attacking Avril - #PoleAvril

First of all, let me start by saying, Avril is arguably hands down one of the greatest Kenyan women entertainers of her generation. She is very attractive, resilient and has been able to stay relevant in the Kenya ent…

Feb 19, 2016
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Targeted Training of Kenyans Seeking Employment Overseas Should Be Lauded

On Wednesday February 17, 2016, an article in the Daily Nation reported that the Ministry of Labour intends to train one million working-age Kenyans to enable them to secure jobs overseas.  This is a breakthrough for…

Feb 17, 2016
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