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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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Furnished and Luxurious Apartment available for Long and Short-Term Accommodation in Kileleshwa, Nairobi
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Furnished and Luxurious Apartment available for Long and Short-Term Accommodation in Kileleshwa, Nairobi

A furnished, comfortable and luxurious apartment is available for long and short-term accommodation in Kileleshwa, Nairobi. The one-bedroom beautiful apartment has the following features: 24-hour security Fully equipp…

Mar 5, 2021
Death Announcement for Martha Ngonyo Karugu of Lowell, Massachusetts
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Death Announcement for Martha Ngonyo Karugu of Lowell, Massachusetts

The family together with the organizing committee are saddened to inform you of the death of Martha Ngonyo Karugu (Cucu wa Njau) of St. Stephen’s Church, Lowell. Wife to David Karugu (ithe was Njau). Mother to: 1) Vir…

Mar 3, 2021
UPDATES: Promotion to Glory of Kimani Karangu of Acworth, Georgia
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UPDATES: Promotion to Glory of Kimani Karangu of Acworth, Georgia

By now, most of you have heard about the untimely passing of Kimani Karangu of Acworth, Georgia. He was a beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother and son. Anyone that has ever had the pleasure of knowing Kimani…

Feb 28, 2021
Promotion to Glory of Kimani Karangu of Acworth, Georgia
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Promotion to Glory of Kimani Karangu of Acworth, Georgia

We regret to announce the promotion to glory of Kimani Karangu of Acworth, Georgia, who passed away on Sunday, February 21, 2021 after a short illness at the age of 58. He was husband to Judy Karangu and father to Mai…

Feb 23, 2021
Death Announcement: Irene Wanjiku Njuguna of Lewisburg, Pennsylvania
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Death Announcement: Irene Wanjiku Njuguna of Lewisburg, Pennsylvania

It is with sorrow and humble acceptance of God’s will, that we announce the passing on of Irene Wanjiku Njuguna after a short illness in Lewisburg, Pennsylvania. She was the daughter of Josephine Wanjiku Mugo and the…

Feb 22, 2021
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Gone So Soon: George Gacheru Kinuthia of Worcester, Massachusetts
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Gone So Soon: George Gacheru Kinuthia of Worcester, Massachusetts

It is with great sadness that we announce the death of George Gacheru Kinuthia of Worcester, Massachusetts, who passed away on February 11, 2021, at the age of 47, leaving to mourn family and friends. Family and frien…

Feb 19, 2021
Biden Pushes Expanded Pathways to Citizenship as Immigration Bill Lands in Congress
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Biden Pushes Expanded Pathways to Citizenship as Immigration Bill Lands in Congress

The Biden administration formally rolled out its major immigration bill Thursday, introducing legislation that would give 11 million people a path to U.S. citizenship. The bill, which will be shepherded by Rep. Linda…

Feb 18, 2021
Death Announcement for Nicholas Gutu Gachoki of Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
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Death Announcement for Nicholas Gutu Gachoki of Oklahoma City, Oklahoma

It is with heavy hearts we announce the death of Nicholas Gutu Gachoki which happened on Monday Feb 15th, 2021 while undergoing treatment at Mercy Hospital, Oklahoma City. Please keep the entire family in USA, Kenya a…

Feb 17, 2021
Biden, Hill Democrats Plan to Unveil Immigration Reform Bill this Week
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Biden, Hill Democrats Plan to Unveil Immigration Reform Bill this Week

The Biden administration and Hill Democrats are expected later this week to release an immigration reform bill, multiple sources familiar with the planning tell NBC News. The legislative text of the “U.S. Citizenship…

Feb 15, 2021
Promotion To Glory of Rhoda Wambui Ndungi of Silver Spring, Maryland
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Promotion To Glory of Rhoda Wambui Ndungi of Silver Spring, Maryland

It is with deep regret and sorrow that we announce the untimely death of Rhoda Wambui Ndungi of Silver Spring, Maryland. She was the daughter of the Late Robert Ndungi Kabicho and Grace Ngina, mother to Robert Ndungi…

Feb 14, 2021
Certified Homes Valentine Gift to a Widow
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Certified Homes Valentine Gift to a Widow

Irene Karanja had given up hope in life after passing away of her husband who had battled illness for 10 years. As a result she got into bad debts. The auctioneers came after her tailoring business and took away every…

Feb 14, 2021
Death Announcement for Mr Francis Waweru Mbochi of Murungaru, Nyandarua County, Kenya
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Death Announcement for Mr Francis Waweru Mbochi of Murungaru, Nyandarua County, Kenya

It is with great sadness we announce the passing away of Mr Francis Waweru Mbochi on February 11, 2021. He was a husband to the late Mary Njeri Waweru and Beatrice Wanja and father to Peter Mbochi Waweru of Durham, NC…

Feb 14, 2021
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Announcing the Passing of Naom Wambui Mwangi at Hershey Medical Center, Pennsylvania
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Announcing the Passing of Naom Wambui Mwangi at Hershey Medical Center, Pennsylvania

We are saddened to announce the passing of Naom Wambui Mwangi at Hershey Medical Center, PA on Feb 7, 2021 after a short illness bravely borne. Naom was a prayer intercessor who loved to worship the Lord. She was the…

Feb 11, 2021
Death Announcement for Teresia Waweru of Adelphi, Maryland
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Death Announcement for Teresia Waweru of Adelphi, Maryland

It is with deep sorrow and humble acceptance of God’s will that we announce the passing on of Teresa Waweru after a short illness in Adelphi, Maryland. She was beloved wife to Frederick Waweru (Adelphi, MD) Loving mot…

Feb 11, 2021
Meet Joe Neguse, a US Congressman with East African Roots Serving as a Donald Trump Impeachment Trial Manager
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Meet Joe Neguse, a US Congressman with East African Roots Serving as a Donald Trump Impeachment Trial Manager

The impeachment trial of US President Donald Trump started in the US Senate on Tuesday. This comes after Trump was impeached for the second time by the House of Representatives on January 13, 2020 following the Januar…

Feb 10, 2021
Live-in Nanny Wanted in Ellicott City, Maryland
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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…

Feb 9, 2021
Certified Homes Valentine Offers
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Certified Homes Valentine Offers

Great Valentine offers just for you only. Book your unit at Sukari Heights and stand a chance to automatically qualify for vacation as a couple for 5 days to your dream destination. As if that is not enough, you get a…

Feb 8, 2021
Death announcement for Alice Mumbi Wambaa of Los Angeles, California
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Death announcement for Alice Mumbi Wambaa of Los Angeles, California

It is with humble acceptance of God's will that we announce the death of Alice Mumbi Wambaa of Los Angeles, California. She was called home on February 2nd, 2021 at Encino Medical Center. She was the daughter of Mr. H…

Feb 5, 2021
Relief as 10 Orphans Get Sh500,000 School Fees Sponsorship from Certified Homes Ltd
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Relief as 10 Orphans Get Sh500,000 School Fees Sponsorship from Certified Homes Ltd

Ten orphans who had given up their hopes and dreams of getting an education can now afford to smile. This is after real estate developer offered them an education sponsorship worth Sh. 500,000. The real estate develop…

Feb 4, 2021
Judge Bars Joe Biden from Enforcing 100-Day Deportation Ban
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Judge Bars Joe Biden from Enforcing 100-Day Deportation Ban

AP - A federal judge on Tuesday barred the U.S. government from enforcing a 100-day deportation moratorium that is a key immigration priority of President Joe Biden. U.S. District Judge Drew Tipton issued a temporary…

Jan 26, 2021
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