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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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U.S. Attacks Island in Strait of Hormuz; Iran Retaliates With Missile Fire
World

U.S. Attacks Island in Strait of Hormuz; Iran Retaliates With Missile Fire

The United States has launched an attack on an island in the Strait of Hormuz, prompting a swift missile retaliation from Iran. This military exchange, occurring on Sunday, marks the first known direct military action…

Aug 31, 2026
Kenya Considers Allowing Diaspora Voting with National IDs, Sparking Debate
Diaspora

Kenya Considers Allowing Diaspora Voting with National IDs, Sparking Debate

Kenya is considering a significant policy change that could enable Kenyans living abroad to vote in elections using their national identification cards. The proposal has ignited discussions among Kenyan diaspora commu…

Aug 31, 2026
Nepal Faces Rising Death Toll Amid Mass Burials Following Catastrophic Floods
World

Nepal Faces Rising Death Toll Amid Mass Burials Following Catastrophic Floods

Nepal is grappling with a deepening humanitarian crisis as the death toll from recent catastrophic floods continues to climb, with only a small fraction of the over 2,500 missing individuals recovered so far. The wide…

Aug 30, 2026
Trump Administration's New Immigration Plan Puts Thousands of H-1B Workers at Risk of Deportation
Immigration

Trump Administration's New Immigration Plan Puts Thousands of H-1B Workers at Risk of Deportation

Thousands of H-1B workers in the United States, including a significant number of Kenyan professionals, could face rapid deportation under a new immigration plan unveiled by the administration of U.S. President Donald…

Aug 30, 2026
Iran war live: IRGC attacks US bases in Jordan after US bombs Larak Island
World

Iran war live: IRGC attacks US bases in Jordan after US bombs Larak Island

Tensions between the United States and Iran have reached another critical juncture following reciprocal military strikes in the Middle East. On Saturday, the United States Central Command confirmed that its forces con…

Aug 30, 2026
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State Department Halts Immigrant Visa Interviews After Court Ruling, Impacting Kenyan Applicants
Immigration

State Department Halts Immigrant Visa Interviews After Court Ruling, Impacting Kenyan Applicants

The U.S. State Department has announced a pause on immigrant visa interviews following a federal court ruling that vacated a 75-country suspension, a decision that could significantly impact Kenyan applicants. The rul…

Aug 30, 2026
Kenyan Family Appeals for Help After 11-Day Notification Delay of Relative's Death in Denver, Colorado
Diaspora

Kenyan Family Appeals for Help After 11-Day Notification Delay of Relative's Death in Denver, Colorado

The family of Michael Winga Obange, a Kenyan national residing in Denver, Colorado, is seeking assistance from the Kenyan diaspora community and well-wishers to repatriate his remains for burial in Kenya. Michael Oban…

Aug 30, 2026
Antonio helps young Ghanaians chase Premier League dreams
Sports

Antonio helps young Ghanaians chase Premier League dreams

In a remarkable initiative bridging two continents, former West Ham forward Michail Antonio is offering a lifeline to aspiring football talents from Ghana by helping them pursue professional careers in England. The pr…

Aug 30, 2026
Mwakilishi News Bulletin - Evening Edition, Sunday 30 August 2026
News Bulletin

Mwakilishi News Bulletin - Evening Edition, Sunday 30 August 2026

The bulletin covers diaspora celebrations, immigration policy changes, and disruptions at JKIA.

Aug 30, 2026
Israeli strike kills 3-year-old child in Gaza
World

Israeli strike kills 3-year-old child in Gaza

A deadly Israeli airstrike in Deir el-Balah, Gaza, has resulted in the deaths of two Palestinians, including a 3-year-old child, intensifying the ongoing conflict in the region. The strike occurred on August 29, 2026…

Aug 30, 2026
Zambia opposition leader Brian Mundubile charged with treason
World

Zambia opposition leader Brian Mundubile charged with treason

Zambia's political landscape is facing a new upheaval as opposition leader Brian Mundubile and his running mate Makebi Zulu have been charged with treason. The charges, announced on August 29, 2026, have sent shockwav…

Aug 30, 2026
Africa: The Trade Pact That Could Stitch Africa's Textile Industry Together
Business

Africa: The Trade Pact That Could Stitch Africa's Textile Industry Together

The African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) is gaining momentum as a transformative initiative aimed at revitalizing Africa's textile and clothing industry. This promising trade agreement, coming into effect in 2…

Aug 30, 2026
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Death toll nears 800 after Himalayan glacier collapse
World

Death toll nears 800 after Himalayan glacier collapse

A catastrophic glacier collapse in the Himalayas has resulted in a staggering death toll that is approaching 800 individuals. The disaster occurred in the mountainous regions of Nepal and China, prompting specialized…

Aug 30, 2026
Death toll from Russian strike on Ukrainian arms depot rises to 38
World

Death toll from Russian strike on Ukrainian arms depot rises to 38

The death toll from a recent Russian missile strike on a Ukrainian arms depot has increased to 38, as confirmed by Ukrainian officials. The attack, which occurred in the eastern city of Kharkiv, has been one of the de…

Aug 30, 2026
Mwakilishi News Bulletin - Midday Edition, Sunday 30 August 2026
News Bulletin

Mwakilishi News Bulletin - Midday Edition, Sunday 30 August 2026

Key stories include Kenyans' marathon triumph, Boeing compensation, and Niger's coup attempt.

Aug 30, 2026
Red Sea States Seek Stronger Maritime Security Cooperation As Threats Rise
World

Red Sea States Seek Stronger Maritime Security Cooperation As Threats Rise

Countries bordering the Red Sea and the Gulf of Aden are intensifying efforts to bolster maritime security cooperation as the region faces escalating threats including piracy, human trafficking, and disruptions to com…

Aug 30, 2026
Thousands of Health Interns in Kenya Threaten Strike Over Unpaid Salaries
Kenya

Thousands of Health Interns in Kenya Threaten Strike Over Unpaid Salaries

Health services across Kenya are poised for significant disruption as thousands of healthcare interns have announced their intention to down tools over delayed salaries. This development has raised concerns about the…

Aug 30, 2026
Dozens of soldiers arrested after apparent coup attempt in Niger’s capital
World

Dozens of soldiers arrested after apparent coup attempt in Niger’s capital

Dozens of soldiers have been arrested following an apparent coup attempt in Niger’s capital, Niamey. The situation has raised significant concerns regarding stability in the region, which has faced a series of politic…

Aug 30, 2026
Deportees Sent to Liberia Recount Harrowing Details of U.S. Expulsion and Treatment by ICE
Immigration

Deportees Sent to Liberia Recount Harrowing Details of U.S. Expulsion and Treatment by ICE

A gripping story has emerged from Monrovia, Liberia, where a group of deportees has recounted distressing accounts of their treatment by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). Ten individuals, recently expell…

Aug 30, 2026
Dutch Court Sentences Man to Life for Rwanda Genocide Crimes
World

Dutch Court Sentences Man to Life for Rwanda Genocide Crimes

A Dutch court in The Hague has sentenced a 66-year-old man to life imprisonment for his involvement in the Rwandan genocide. The court convicted him of war crimes and the crime of genocide, marking a significant legal…

Aug 30, 2026
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