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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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Classifieds

Field & laboratory Technicians Needed By a Maryland-Based Civil/Geotechnical/Environmental Engineering Consulting Firm

CenKen Group, LLC, a Civil/Geotechnical/Environmental engineering consulting firm is seeking field & laboratory technicians for our Odenton, Maryland office. JOB QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: At least a High School Dipl…

May 3, 2021

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Geotechnical Engineer Wanted to Support Clients in the MD/DC/VA Area

CenKen Group, LLC, a Civil/Geotechnical/Environmental engineering consulting firm is seeking a civil/geotechnical engineer to support clients in our DC, MD &VA operation area. The candidate will provide engineering ex…

May 3, 2021

Immigration

DV-2022 Green Card Lottery Results to be Available Online Starting Saturday, May 8, 2021

Results of the DV-2022 Diversity Visa, popularly known as the Green Card Lottery, will be available online starting on Saturday, May 8, 2021. Entrants who participated in DV-2022 lottery during the open registration p…

May 3, 2021

Obituaries

Death Announcement: Harold Athe of Atlanta, Georgia

It is with deep sadness that we announce the death of Harold Athe, a fairly new member of the Kenyan diaspora community in Atlanta, Georgia. Harold fell ill in October, 2019 soon after landing in the US on a green car…

Apr 28, 2021

Classifieds

Introducing The Onyx Place Apartments: A Contemporary Urban Development along Waiyaki Way

Have you been looking for an apartment to invest in along Waiyaki way? Then House and Homes Limited has you covered. The ONXY Place Apartments, a project by House and Homes Limited is an ideal investment opportunity w…

Apr 23, 2021

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Obituaries

Announcing the Sudden Death of Stephen Muiruri Kamau in Laredo, Texas

We are saddened to announce a sudden death of Stephen Muiruri Kamau that occurred on April 17th, 2021 in Laredo Texas. Kamau's body was found inside his truck in Laredo Texas. The cause of his death is still unknown a…

Apr 23, 2021

Obituaries

Promotion to Glory for Jane Wambui Muchiri of Virginia

It is with deep sorrow and humble acceptance of God’s will that we announce the passing of Jane Mary Wambui Muchiri (Mama Kamau) after a long illness bravely borne in Virginia, USA, which occurred on April 11th, 2021…

Apr 14, 2021

Diaspora

Kenyan Embassy in Washington, DC Suspends in-Person Consular Services after COVID-19 Exposure

The Kenyan embassy in Washington, DC has suspended all in-person consular services at the Embassy from April 7, 2021 to April 21, 2021 after some members of staff got exposed to COVID-19. “The is to inform that the in…

Apr 7, 2021

Obituaries

Death Announcement for Daniel Mwangi of Lawrence, Massachusetts

We are saddened to announce the passing of Daniel Mwangi of Lawrence, MA, son of Florence Mwangi (P.E.F.A. Church) and brother to Duncan Ndegwa of Lawrence MA, on a boat accident in New Jersey, according to the Lawren…

Apr 2, 2021

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Affordable and Value-Added Plots for Sale at The Oakfield in Matuu

Have you been looking for affordable, value – added, commercial or residential plots and land for sale in Matuu? The Oakfield - Matuu by Username Investments, the leading and genuine real estate company in Kenya is an…

Mar 29, 2021

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Affordable Investment Plots Available

Certified Homes has great news for you, we introduce to you #rumurutigems Investment plots. Instead of buying bare plots/ land we're offering you an opportunity to purchase land that is value added. By purchasing land…

Mar 25, 2021

Obituaries

Death Announcement: Eugenia Ndambiri of Allentown, Pennsylvania

We are saddened to announce the Death of Eugenia Ndambiri of Allentown, Pennsylvania, that occurred after a short illness which followed a tragic heart attack that put her in the ICU. Eugenia was the wife to Biswell N…

Mar 19, 2021

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Immigration

US House of Representatives Passes Bill that Offers Green Cards, Pathway to Citizenship for 2.5 Million Immigrants

The US House of Representatives on Thursday passed an immigration bill that would offer a path to citizenship for millions of undocumented immigrants. The Dream and Promise Act passed by a vote of 228-197 and now prog…

Mar 18, 2021

Obituaries

Death Announcement: James Ngugi Murimi

It is with great sadness and humility that we announce the death of James Ngugi Murimi, who passed away on March 15th, 2021. He is survived by his wife Grace Ngugi, his two daughters Paula Ngugi and Sasha Ngugi, his m…

Mar 17, 2021

Classifieds

Big Data, Business Analytics, and Project Management Jobs in Just 14 Weeks

The United states economy took a hit following the Corona Virus pandemic. Many American Citizens lost their jobs, save for the front-line workers. This was not only unique to the U.S, but across the world. Jobs that s…

Mar 15, 2021

Lifestyle

Why Educated Kenyan Women Are More Obese

Medical experts are puzzled over increasing obesity among highly educated women in Kenya and other poor countries. Data shows that women, especially those with higher education, are at greater risk of obesity compared…

Mar 14, 2021

Diaspora

Kajiado Family Devastated after Daughter Died in Bahrain

Remains of a Kenyan who died under unclear circumstances, is at a Bahrain hospital mortuary, 20 days after her body was moved to the facility. Anne Wanjiru, 35, is said to have passed away on February 20, one day afte…

Mar 14, 2021

Immigration

Results of DV-2022 Green Card Lottery to be Available Online Starting May 8, 2021

Entrants from around the globe who submitted entries for the Diversity Visa for fiscal year 2022 (DV-2022), popularly known as the Green Card Lottery, can check online if they won lottery starting May 8, 2021. The DV-…

Mar 9, 2021

Blog

In Support of Widower Obadiah Kinara of Dallas, Texas: Fighting over Corpses Must Stop

Because I have been 'cancelled' from all Kenyan groups for supporting this gentleman; someone's son, a father, a nurse and a grieving widower...I will say it here. Mwakilishi, this conversation needs to happen. After…

Mar 8, 2021

Obituaries

Death Announcement for Tervin Mwangi of Baltimore, Maryland

It is with a heavy heart that we announce the untimely passing of Tervin Mwangi that occurred on March 4th, 2021 in Baltimore, MD. Tervin was 24yrs old. He leaves behind many broken hearts but most importantly his mot…

Mar 7, 2021