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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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New List of Kenya's Little-Known Firms Earning Billions Revealed
Business

New List of Kenya's Little-Known Firms Earning Billions Revealed

Little-known Kenyan firms providing digital services in trade facilitation, agriculture and healthcare have emerged as the fastest-growing businesses in Africa, according to a new report that ranks Nairobi as the thir…

May 3, 2023
Number of Men in Kenya Choosing Vasectomy Doubled in One Year
Lifestyle

Number of Men in Kenya Choosing Vasectomy Doubled in One Year

The number of men opting to undergo vasectomy doubled in one year from 248 in 2021 to 557 in 2022. The Economic Survey Report 2023 released on Wednesday shows 334 men underwent vasectomy in 2020, 658 in 2019 and 646 i…

May 3, 2023
US Increases Fees for Various Non-immigrant Visas
Immigration

US Increases Fees for Various Non-immigrant Visas

The United States Department has announced an increase for various non-immigrant visas, including business or tourism (B1/B2), student (F), and exchange visitor visas (J). Effective May 30, 2023, visas for business or…

May 3, 2023
UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres Visits Kenya, to Meet Ruto
Kenya

UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres Visits Kenya, to Meet Ruto

  United Nations (UN) Secretary-General Antonio Guterres is in Kenya for a two-day official visit. During his visit, the UN chief is expected to hold talks with President William Ruto. The visit comes weeks after a tr…

May 3, 2023
Green Card Lottery Results to be Available Starting Saturday, May 6, 2023
Immigration

Green Card Lottery Results to be Available Starting Saturday, May 6, 2023

Results of the DV-2024 Diversity Visa, popularly known as the Green Card Lottery, will be available online starting on Saturday, May 6, 2023. Entrants who participated in DV-2024 lottery during the open registration p…

May 2, 2023
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Username Investments Feted As a Starbrand in East Africa
Real Estate

Username Investments Feted As a Starbrand in East Africa

Username Investment Ltd.,the leading real estate company in Kenya has been feted as a top Real Estate Land Seller at Starbrands East Africa Awards 2023-2024 Edition. The award ceremony has taken place at Safari Park H…

Apr 21, 2023
Death Announcement: Terri Sheppard Mwangi Njau of Baltimore Maryland
Obituaries

Death Announcement: Terri Sheppard Mwangi Njau of Baltimore Maryland

It is with profound sadness that we announce the death of our beloved Terri Sheppard Mwangi Njau on Thursday March 30th, 2023 in Baltimore MD. She was the beloved wife of Charles Mwangi Njau and mother to Adi Wairimu…

Apr 7, 2023
Death Announcement: George Kimani Ruiyi
Obituaries

Death Announcement: George Kimani Ruiyi

It is with humble acceptance of the Lord's will that we announce the passing of George Kimani Ruiyi in Nairobi, Kenya, on April 2, 2023.  Mr. Kimani was loving husband to Elizabeth Njoki Kimani of Kikuyu, Kenya. He wa…

Apr 5, 2023
Death Announcement: Miss Elidah Kutswa of New Jersey
Obituaries

Death Announcement: Miss Elidah Kutswa of New Jersey

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Miss Elidah Kutswa, who peacefully passed away on March 16, 2023, at Central State Hospital in New Jersey, USA. She fought a long and difficult battle against br…

Mar 28, 2023
In Loving Memory of Rev. Dr. Francis Mwanzia Mulwa of Columbus, Ohio
Obituaries

In Loving Memory of Rev. Dr. Francis Mwanzia Mulwa of Columbus, Ohio

The late Rev. Dr Francis Mwanzia Mulwa was born on October 16th, 1960, in Machakos, Kenya. He passed on to glory on March 4th, 2023 surrounded by his family. He was the second born son of the late Paul Kasema and Beth…

Mar 14, 2023
Live-in Nanny Wanted in Houston, Texas
Classifieds

Live-in Nanny Wanted in Houston, Texas

A live-in nanny is wanted in Houston, Texas to help take care of one child. If interested, please call or text (832) 975-0255.  

Mar 9, 2023
Why Most Real Estate Investors Are Rushing to Kisumu City
Real Estate

Why Most Real Estate Investors Are Rushing to Kisumu City

Since the beginning of the year, Kisumu City has been making headlines as a top area for real estate investments. Most Kenyans in diaspora have been asking about Kisumu and whether they should invest in Kisumu propert…

Mar 6, 2023
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Death Announcement: Mark Mwasia Makau of Lawrence, Georgia
Obituaries

Death Announcement: Mark Mwasia Makau of Lawrence, Georgia

It is with heavy hearts we announce the passing away of Mr. Mark Mwasia Makau of Lawrence GA, Gwinnett County. He was the husband to Karin Bomar, father to Maya Ethel and Sophia Katemi. He was the son of the late Mr…

Mar 2, 2023
Username Investments Donates Sh500,000 Towards Education Sponsorship
Business

Username Investments Donates Sh500,000 Towards Education Sponsorship

Username Investment Ltd. recently donated Kshs 500,000 in support of needy but bright students sponsored under Affecto Foundation. The event was held at Affecto Foundation Head Office in Ruiru. “For 4 years now, Usern…

Feb 23, 2023
Nanny Wanted in Dallas, Texas
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Nanny Wanted in Dallas, Texas

A live-in Nanny is wanted ASAP in Dallas, Texas. The nanny will be responsible for helping take care of two children, ages 3 and 6. The 6-year-old is school going and pretty much independent for the most part. Primary…

Feb 20, 2023
Death Announcement: Christopher Onwonga Onsarigo of Timonium, Maryland
Obituaries

Death Announcement: Christopher Onwonga Onsarigo of Timonium, Maryland

It is with humble acceptance of God’s will that we announce the passing of Mr. Christopher Onwonga Onsarigo, which occurred on Monday February 13th 2023 after a short illness. He was a beloved son of the Late Mzee Eva…

Feb 16, 2023
Glorified Farewell of Charles Miya Gitagia of Columbus, Ohio
Obituaries

Glorified Farewell of Charles Miya Gitagia of Columbus, Ohio

We are sad and heartbroken to announce the passing of Charles "Charlo" Miya Gitagia. Charles was born on August 13, 1987, to Bruce and Mary Miya of Vihiga County. He was a brother to Caroline and Oliver. Charlo left u…

Feb 6, 2023
Death Announcement: Sharleen Macharia of Acworth, Georgia
Obituaries

Death Announcement: Sharleen Macharia of Acworth, Georgia

It is with humble acceptance of God’s will that we announce the promotion to glory of Sharleen Macharia that happened on Sunday 22nd January 2023. Sharleen was the beloved daughter to Eunice Kimani and John Macharia…

Feb 4, 2023
Death Announcement: Robert Kimani Waruingi of Baltimore, Maryland
Obituaries

Death Announcement: Robert Kimani Waruingi of Baltimore, Maryland

We are sad to inform you of the sudden death of Robert Kimani Waruingi of Baltimore, Maryland. The late Robert was a younger brother to Martin Waruingi(D6) of PCEA NEEMA Church, Lowell, MA and Hellen Waruingi of Balti…

Jan 25, 2023
Death Announcement: Joseph Mwangi Mutura
Obituaries

Death Announcement: Joseph Mwangi Mutura

It is with profound sadness that we announce the promotion to glory for the late Joseph Mwangi Mutura on January 19, 2023 in Kenya. He was husband to Mrs. Elizabeth Nyambura Mwangi. He was Father to: Francis Mutura, J…

Jan 20, 2023
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