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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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Diaspora

Kenyan Man Missing in the US

A Kenyan man in the US has been reported missing. John Mugo is a registered nurse who currently works as a travel nurse. He is believed to have just started a new assignment at a hospital in New York and was set to fl…

Jan 2, 2024

Obituaries

Death Announcement: Rose Wanjiru Kungu

It is with a heavy heart that we notify you of the promotion to glory of Rose Wanjiru Kungu on 12/25/2023 after a short illness. She was a loving wife to Kungu Kanyoko of Githunguri, mother to Kuria, Kanyoko, Kamau, W…

Dec 31, 2023

Obituaries

Death Announcement: Kelvin Muhia of Antioch, California

We are saddened by the sudden demise of Kelvin Muhia. Kelvin was Son to Pastor Patrick Kamau Njihia and Mrs Trizah Kamau of Antioch California. Kelvin met his death at Daly City, California on 12/24/2023. We apprecia…

Dec 30, 2023

Obituaries

Death Announcement: Grace Njeri Matiru of Baltimore, Maryland

It is with deep sadness and heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Ms Grace Njeri Matiru of Baltimore, Maryland. Daughter to the late Gad Matiru and Margaret Matiru. Mother to Mwaura Thuku and Alex Thuku and wif…

Dec 30, 2023

Classifieds

Invest and Get Rewarded: Furahia Krisi Na Username Offers

Unwrap the joy of the holidays with Furahia Krisi na Username Offers! Invest in your future and celebrate with a Christmas shopping voucher on top. This the season to invest in affordable, value-added, and strategic…

Dec 16, 2023

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Obituaries

Death Announcement: Phyllis Nduta Gitimu of Atlanta, Georgia

It is with humble acceptance of God’s will that we announce the sudden demise of Phyllis Nduta Gitimu of Atlanta,GA/ Denver, CO. She was the beloved daughter to Fred and Irene Gitimu. Sister to Sam, Sharon and Sofia…

Dec 9, 2023

Classifieds

Username Investments Rewards Top Performer with a Dream Car during the 5th Annual Thimini Awards

The air was full of excitement and anticipation as Username Investments hosted its annual Thamini Awards Ceremony at the Panari Hotel. Staff members in their finest attire filled the room, their faces glowing with exc…

Dec 7, 2023

Obituaries

Death Announcement: Peter Muema of Baltimore, Maryland

It is with humble acceptance of the Lord's will that we announce the passing of Mr. Peter Muema in Baltimore, Maryland on 12/2/2023. He was the husband to Catherine Muema of Baltimore, MD, and father to Derek Muema (N…

Dec 6, 2023

Obituaries

Death Announcement: Elna Nyongesa of Newark, New Jersey

With heavy hearts, we share the heartbreaking loss of Elna Nyongesa, daughter to Esther Wafula and Paul Nyongesa Masibo, who was suddenly taken from us on November 11, 2023. Elna, our shining star, was a student at th…

Dec 3, 2023

Obituaries

Death Announcement: Benson Mbugua Hinga

It is with great sadness that the family of Ben mbugua (Uncle Ben) and Lucy Mbugua of Natick, Massachusetts announce the passing to glory of their beloved son Benson Mbugua Hinga through a tragic road accident in San…

Dec 1, 2023

Obituaries

Promotion to Glory of Coletta Wabushi of Lewisville, Texas

Coletta Philomena Mbaliwa Wabushi, 75, a resident of Lewisville, Texas, sadly passed away in Texas on November 19, 2023. Born on April 23, 1948, in Kenya to Mr. Peter Kiteyi Makongo and Mrs. Perpetua Bicheti, she was…

Dec 1, 2023

Obituaries

Death Announcement: Elder Njaria Mwara Kamwana of Knightdale, North Carolina

It is with humble acceptance of God’s will that we announce the passing on of Elder Njaria Mwara Kamwana of Knightdale, North Carolina, USA on November 19, 2023, at UNC Medical Center, North Carolina. Son of the late…

Dec 1, 2023

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Obituaries

Death Announcement: Evelyn Muthoni Mwangi

It is with profound sadness that we inform you of the passing of Evelyn Muthoni Mwangi, former headmistress of both Kerugoya Girls and Chinga Girls High Schools in Kenya, on November 13th 2023, after a brief illness…

Nov 20, 2023

Immigration

Registration for DV-2025 (Green Card Lottery) Tomorrow - Tuesday, November 7th at 12pm EST

The registration period for the Diversity Visa program for fiscal year 2025 (DV-2025) ends tomorrow, Tuesday, November 7, 2023 at 12pm EST. Registration for the DV program, commonly known as the green card lottery, ru…

Nov 6, 2023

Diaspora

Investigators Release Photos of Kevin Kangethe, the Man Suspected of Murdering Margaret Mbitu

Investigators in Massachusetts have released photos of 40-year-old Kevin Kangethe, who is wanted for the murder of 31-year-old Margaret Mbitu in Whitman, MA. One of the photos released on Friday (below), was captured…

Nov 4, 2023

Obituaries

Death Announcement: Margaret Mbitu of Whitman, Massachusetts

It is with heavy hearts, great sadness, and acceptance that we inform you about the unexpected passing on of our loved one Margaret (Maggie) Mbitu. She was a dear daughter of Rose and Harun Mbitu Kamau, sister to Ann…

Nov 2, 2023

Diaspora

Missing Kenyan-American Woman Found Dead at Boston Logan Airport, Police Say Her Killer Fled to Kenya

A missing Kenyan-American woman in Massachusetts has been found dead inside her car at a Boston’s Logan Airport parking garage. Authorities say the body of 31-year-old Margaret “Maggie” Wanjiru Mbitu of Whitman, MA wa…

Nov 2, 2023

Immigration

Ways of Getting a US Green Card (Permanent Residency)

Immigrants who wish to live in the United States on a permanent basis or foreigners who want to move to the US live and work here have a limited number of options on becoming US permanent residents. Permanent residenc…

Nov 2, 2023

Diaspora

30-Year-Old Kenyan-American Woman Margaret "Maggie" Wanjiru Mbitu Missing in Halifax, Massachusetts

A Kenyan-American woman has been reported missing in Halifax, Massachusetts. 30-year-old Margaret “Maggie” Wanjiru Mbitu was last seen on Monday, October 30th, 2023 around 11pm as she left her workplace. Maggie is des…

Nov 1, 2023

Diaspora

Kenya Embassy in Washington, DC Hiring for the Position of Administrative Clerk

The Embassy of Kenya in Washington D.C. invites applications from suitable candidates for the position of Administrative Clerk. The position will be based at the Kenya Embassy in Washington D.C. The Incumbent will be…

Oct 27, 2023