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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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Live-in Nanny Wanted in Titusville, Florida
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Live-in Nanny Wanted in Titusville, Florida

A live-in nanny is wanted in Titusville, Florida to help take care of a 7-month old baby and do light household work. If interested, please call or text 407-603-1481.

Jan 7, 2023
Death Announcement: Leeford Muhia Nduru of Dallas, Georgia
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Death Announcement: Leeford Muhia Nduru of Dallas, Georgia

It is with humble acceptance of God’s will that we announce the promotion to glory of Leeford Muhia Nduru, a student at Kennesaw State University. He was involved in a tragic car accident in Dallas, Georgia on Monday…

Jan 6, 2023
Death Announcement for Ms Ruth M. Nyoike of Baltimore, Maryland
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Death Announcement for Ms Ruth M. Nyoike of Baltimore, Maryland

It is with deep Sorrow and acceptance of God's will that we announce the sudden passing of Ms Ruth M. Nyoike of Baltimore MD on Friday December 30th 2022 after battle with illness. Ruth is a long time resident of Balt…

Jan 4, 2023
Plots for Sale: The Domain, Kisumu Dala
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Plots for Sale: The Domain, Kisumu Dala

You asked and we listened, Username is now at the heart of the lakeside city! As a tradition of trust, we continue to present cozy, elegant, classic and exquisite projects across the country. After careful selection…

Dec 9, 2022
Death Announcement for Deborah Wanjiku Kangethe - Sister to Joseph Kangethe of Baltimore, MD
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Death Announcement for Deborah Wanjiku Kangethe - Sister to Joseph Kangethe of Baltimore, MD

It is with profound sadness and humble acceptance of God's will that we announce the passing of Deborah Wanjiku Kangethe, in London UK. Deborah succumbed to pituitary gland tumor after a long illness bravely borne on…

Dec 9, 2022
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Death Announcement: Francis Kivuti of Charlotte, North Carolina
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Death Announcement: Francis Kivuti of Charlotte, North Carolina

It is with profound sorrow and acceptance of God's Will that we announce the passing of Mr. Francis Njue Kivuti at Atrium Health in Charlotte, NC on December 4,2022. Francis Njue was born in Embu County, Kenya.  He wa…

Dec 7, 2022
Live-in Nanny Wanted in Plymouth, Minnesota
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Live-in Nanny Wanted in Plymouth, Minnesota

A family in Plymouth, Minnesota is looking for a live-in nanny to take care of two kids (a 3-year-old and a 5-year-old), and to do light house chores. Please call 614-622-9187 (please text if the phone call is not ans…

Nov 30, 2022
Green Card Lottery Period for FY 2024 Ends Tuesday, November 8, 2022
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Green Card Lottery Period for FY 2024 Ends Tuesday, November 8, 2022

One week remains to the registration deadline for Fiscal Year 2024 green card lottery (DV-2024). The registration period opened on October 5, 2022 and will end on Tuesday, November 8, 2022 at 12pm EST. The Diversity V…

Nov 1, 2022
Username Investments Awards Employee of the Year with a Brand New Mercedes Benz
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Username Investments Awards Employee of the Year with a Brand New Mercedes Benz

There was grand jubilation and celebration as Username Investments awarded Employee of the Year with a brand new car; a Mercedes Benz C class, for recording an outstanding performance in the past financial year. The g…

Oct 30, 2022
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The Trials of a Kenyan in Diaspora

It is the dream of virtually every young Kenyan to immigrate to the West.  The alluring images of neighbors, friends, cousins, and acquaintances on social media owning cars just months after immigrating, flaunting bra…

Oct 12, 2022
Username Investments Bags Two Trophies at the Coveted Brand of the Year Awards (BOYA)
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Username Investments Bags Two Trophies at the Coveted Brand of the Year Awards (BOYA)

It's another win for Username Investment Ltd. as the leading real estate company bags the Most Trusted and Reliable Land Selling Brand in Kenya Award during Brand of the Year Awards held at Radisson Blu Hotel, Nairobi…

Oct 11, 2022
Announcing the Sudden Passing of Mr. Martin Mwaura of Baltimore, Maryland
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Announcing the Sudden Passing of Mr. Martin Mwaura of Baltimore, Maryland

It is with deep sorrow and acceptance of God's will that we announce the sudden passing of Mr. Martin Mwaura of Baltimore MD on Tuesday, October 4th 2022. Martin was the son of Dionisiah Mwaura/Mama Wambui (Mamake) an…

Oct 7, 2022
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Requirements to Participate in the US Green Card Lottery
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Requirements to Participate in the US Green Card Lottery

Registration for the green card lottery program for fiscal year 2024 (DV-2024) began on Wednesday, October 5, 2022 at 12pm EDT and runs until Tuesday, November 8, 2022. The program, officially known as the Diversity V…

Oct 6, 2022
US Green Card Lottery (DV-2024) Registration Open
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US Green Card Lottery (DV-2024) Registration Open

Registration for the green card lottery program for fiscal year 2024 (DV-2024) is now open. Registration began on Wednesday, October 5, 2022 at 12pm EDT and will run until Tuesday, November 8, 2022 at 12pm EST. The gr…

Oct 5, 2022
US Green Card Lottery Begins Wednesday, October 5, 2022
Immigration

US Green Card Lottery Begins Wednesday, October 5, 2022

Registration for the Diversity Visa program (popularly known as green card lottery) for fiscal year 2024 (DV-2024) begins tomorrow, Wednesday, October 5, 2022. Starting October 5, 2022 at 12pm EDT, nationals of eligib…

Oct 4, 2022
Registration for DV-2024 (US Green Card Lottery) Begins Wednesday, October 5, 2022
Immigration

Registration for DV-2024 (US Green Card Lottery) Begins Wednesday, October 5, 2022

Registration for the green card lottery program for fiscal year 2024 (DV-2024) begins Wednesday, October 5, 2022 at 12pm EDT and runs until Tuesday, November 8, 2022. The green card lottery program, officially known a…

Oct 1, 2022
Glorified Farewell of Margaret Maraga Yonge of Frederick, Maryland
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Glorified Farewell of Margaret Maraga Yonge of Frederick, Maryland

We are sad and heartbroken to announce the passing of Margret Maraga Yonge. Margaret Maraga was born on February 21st, 1960, to the lates Jonah Khakuli and Esther Shinjili Khakuli of Khakuli Boma, Makuchi Sub-location…

Sep 28, 2022
President William Ruto Names His Cabinet
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President William Ruto Names His Cabinet

President William Ruto on Tuesday released his cabinet appointments. Among the appointees is Musalia Mudavadi to serve as Prime Cabinet Secretay, Aden Duale as Defence Cabinet Secretary, and Alfred Mutua as CS of Fore…

Sep 27, 2022
Death Announcement: Joel Mathia Kang'ethe of Federal Way, Washington
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Death Announcement: Joel Mathia Kang'ethe of Federal Way, Washington

We are sad to announce that our friend, Joel Mathia Kang’ethe, went to be with the Lord on September 8, 2022. Joel was the son of Rahab Kang’ethe. He was the nephew to Mr. Jeff Kamau (GK) and Mrs. Nellie Kamau (Auntie…

Sep 15, 2022
Death Announcement: Ms. Lucy Muthoni Mbugua, Long-Time Resident of Baltimore, Maryland
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Death Announcement: Ms. Lucy Muthoni Mbugua, Long-Time Resident of Baltimore, Maryland

It is with deep sorrow and regret that we announce the passing of Ms. Lucy Muthoni Mbugua on Monday August 29th, 2022 after a brief illness. Lucy is a long time resident of Baltimore, Maryland. She was the mother to D…

Sep 3, 2022
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