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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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Blog

White Settlers Mentality Still Exist Among Kenyans

The rationale for self-determination and decolonization of African countries in the late 1950s and mid-1970s was contoured and initiated in pursuit of cultural, psychological, and economic freedom for indigenous peopl…

Jan 23, 2022

Obituaries

Death Announcement: Lawrence "Uncle" Thumbi Mwai of Baltimore, Maryland

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Lawrence Thumbi Mwai, commonly known as Uncle Mwai. Uncle Mwai passed on Thursday January 21, 2022 in a road accident in Baltimore, Maryland. The late Mwai w…

Jan 23, 2022

Obituaries

Death Announcement: Pastor Peter Muigai Kamau of Baltimore, MD

It is with humble acceptance of the Lord's will that we announce the passing of Pastor Peter Muigai Kamau in Baltimore, Maryland on 1/16/2022 after a short illness. He was husband to Mrs. Salome Muigai of Baltimore, M…

Jan 18, 2022

Classifieds

Help Wanted: Commercial Drivers with Class A CDL Drivers License

Jamboo Trucking is looking for commercial drivers. The drivers should have a clean CDL Class A license. Additionally, the drivers should have at least three (3) years of experience. If interested please contact 917-4…

Jan 14, 2022

Classifieds

Live-in Nanny Wanted in Bowie, Maryland

A family in Bowie, Maryland is looking for a nurturing live-in Nanny to help care for children ages 17 months and 2.5 years. Responsibilities: child care to include (food prep, child care, and house keeping). Desirabl…

Jan 14, 2022

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Obituaries

Death Announcement: Aaron Antony Muriungi Mberia of Richmond, Virginia

It is with profound sadness and heavy hearts that we announce the untimely death of Aaron Antony Muriungi Mberia of Richmond, Virginia that occurred on Tuesday the 11th of January 2022. Muriungi quitely passed on his…

Jan 14, 2022

Obituaries

Death Announcement: Patrick Lumumba Lidonde of Worcester, Massachusetts

The organizing committee and friends are fundraising to help with the funeral expenses of Patrick Lumumba Lidonde who passed away on 1/1/2022 while undergoing treatment at Saint Vincent Hospital in Worcester, Massachu…

Jan 12, 2022

Classifieds

Live-in Nanny Wanted in Lanham/Bowie, Maryland

A live-in nanny is wanted in Lanham/Bowie, Maryland to help take care of an infant. The ideal candidate must be residing in the US. In interested, please contact 240-739-0741.

Jan 7, 2022

Obituaries

Death Announcement: James "Mogaka" Okwoyo of Rochester, Minnesota

We are saddened to announce the death of Mzee James Mogaka Okwoyo of Rochester, Minnesota. Mzee Okwoyo died in a grizzly road accident on December 3rd, 2021. James was brother to Peter Okwoyo and uncle to the Dennis…

Jan 4, 2022

Classifieds

Live-in Nanny Wanted in Ellicott City, Maryland

A live-in nanny is wanted in Ellicott City, Maryland to help take care of three children, aged 8, 5 ,and 2 years. The ideal candidate should be residing in the US, have experience taking care of kids, is able to do ge…

Jan 2, 2022

Obituaries

Death Announcement of Mr. Samuel David Mugweh - Father to Pastor Mugweh of Balltimore, MD

It is with humble acceptance of the Lord's will that we announce the passing of Mr. S. D. Mugweh Sr. in Nanyuki on 12/19/2021 after a short illness. He was father to JJ Mugweh and Jane Mbichi of Salt Lake City, Cathe…

Dec 21, 2021

Classifieds

Plots for Sale in Havanna Estate, Nakuru

Nakuru City is one of the best places to live and invest in Kenya. For reasons such as low cost of living, good climate, less congestion and booming infrastructural projects, demand for real estate in Nakuru, the four…

Nov 8, 2021

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Immigration

Registration for DV-2023 (Green Card Lottery) Ends Next Week - Tuesday, November 9th

Registration for the green card lottery program for fiscal year 2023 (DV-2023) ends on Tuesday, November 9, 2021 at 12pm EST. Nationals of eligible countries around the world have seven days to register for the lotte…

Nov 2, 2021

Classifieds

Username Investments Awards Outstanding Employee with a Grand Prize of a Fully Paid Trip to the USA

It was pomp and colour as Username Investments awarded a fully paid holiday trip for 2 to the USA to an employee who recorded outstanding performances in the past 2 financial years. The reward was presented during th…

Oct 25, 2021

Blog

How Local Kenyan Banks Invade and Loot Diasporians' Accounts

Some Kenyans living and working abroad are happy to be associated with home financial institutions. They don’t close their bank accounts when they relocate. One reason for this is, they want to continue supporting the…

Oct 14, 2021

Classifieds

East Africa’s #1 Female Singer Nadia Mukami Performs Live on Sat, Oct 16 at Hakuna Matata Grille in Wheaton, MD

East Africa’s #1 female singer Nadia Mukami will be live in concert this Saturday, October 16, 2021 at Hakuna Matata Grille in Wheaton, Maryland. Doors open 8pm - 3am Venue: Hakuna Matata Grille; 2405 PRICE AVE, Wheat…

Oct 13, 2021

Immigration

US Green Card Lottery (DV-2023) Registration Open, Closes Tuesday, November 9, 2021

Registration for the green card lottery program for fiscal year 2023 (DV-2023) began on Wednesday, October 6, 2021 at 12pm EDT and will run until Tuesday, November 9, 2021 at 12pm EST. The green card lottery program…

Oct 6, 2021

Classifieds

Live-in Nanny Wanted in Columbus, Ohio

A family in Ohio is looking for a live-in nanny for a 3 year old and 4 year old kids and light house chores. Please call 614-622-9187 ( Please text if not answered)

Oct 5, 2021

Immigration

Registration for DV-2023 (Green Card Lottery) Begins Wednesday, October 6, 2021

Registration for the green card lottery program for fiscal year 2023 (DV-2023) begins October 6, 2021 and runs until November 9, 2021. The green card lottery program, officially known as the Diversity Visa program, is…

Oct 4, 2021

Obituaries

Promotion to Glory of Rosemary Wangari Kimani

It is with great joy and acceptance of God's will that we announce the promotion to glory of our beloved Rosemary Wangari Kimani (Mama Eva & Kevin) which occurred on September 25, 2021 in Kenya. She loved the Lord wit…

Sep 28, 2021