Irungu Kang’ata Biography, Wiki, Family, Wedding, Politics and Contacts

Irungu Kang’ata Biography and Wiki

Irungu Kang’ata is a Kenyan born politician who is the current senator for Murang’ a County representing Kiharu constituency. Kang’ata is the incumbent Senate Majority Chief Whip. He is a member of The National Alliance (TNA) and a coalition member of Jubilee Alliance.

Irungu is a law graduate from the University of Nairobi and a principal in the firm Irungu Kang’ata & Co. Advocates located at Flamingo Towers 4th floor, Upperhill, Nairobi. Irungu is the immediate former member of parliament for Kiharu Constituency.

He is also a former Councillor for Central Ward in Murang’ a town. Kang’ata is a Ph.D. (Law) researcher at the University of Nairobi and teaches law at the Catholic University of Eastern Africa, Nairobi.

Irungu Kang’ata Age and Birthday

The Senator for Murang’ a County, Kang’ata, was born in 1980 in Murang’ a County, Kenya. Irungu is 40 years old as of 2020. Details about his birthday and birthplace are yet to be provided. This information will soon be updated.

Irungu Kang’ata Height and Weight

Kang’ata maintains a low profile about his personal life and has not revealed any information about his height and weight. Murang’ a County Senator, Irungu, is of average stature and weight. Details about his height and weight are currently under review and will soon be updated.

Irungu Kang’ata Education

Tertiary/University

  • Date: 1997-2005
  • Education Institution: University of Nairobi
  • Qualification: Bachelor of Laws (LL.B) degree

 

  • Date: 2006
  • Education Institution: Kenya School of Law
  • Qualification: Diploma in law

Secondary Education

  • Date: 1994-1997
  • Education Institution: Thika High School
  • Qualification: KCSE

Primary Education

  • Date: 1986 and 1993
  • Education Institution: Murang’a Township Primary School (now Vidhu Ramji Primary School)
  • Qualification: KCPE

Irungu Kang’ata Family, Parents, and Siblings

Irungu who is a Kenyan politician who has been brought up by his parents. Kang’ata is the son to the late Joseph Irungu, who died in February 2020 of cancer, and late Margaret Wangechi Irungu, who died from diabetes and hypertension in February 2019.

They had settled in Murang’ a town in the 1960s and worked as mechanics. There is no known information about his siblings. This information will soon be updated.

Irungu Kang’ata Wedding, Wife, and Children

Irungu Kang’ata Wedding Photo

In September 2018, Irungu married the love of his life at the Gathinja Catholic Church in Kiharu Constituency. The Murang’ a county senator, Kang’ata, is married to Mary Wambui. The wedding solemnized their marriage of eight years and among the attendants were President Uhuru Kenyatta and their best couple Senator Isaac Mwaura and his wife Mukami. The couple has been blessed with three children.

Irungu Kang’ata Salary

According to our reliable source, senators in Kenya earn a monthly basic taxable salary of Kshs. 532,500 and a number of allowances, meaning each senator gets an average gross salary of Ksh. 1,378, 000. The allowances include mileage, sitting, and responsibility allowances.

Irungu Kang’ata Net Worth

Kang’ata maintains a low profile about his personal life. According to many people, Irungu lives a simple life and does not like to show off his property. His net worth is currently under review and will soon be updated.

Irungu Kang’ata Car and House 

The Murang’ a county senator, Kang’ata, made the headlines in for being one of the simplest politicians. The then Mp for Kiharu, Irungu, lived in a modest house in Murang’ a town. Unlike other politicians who lived in palaces and traveled in a convoy of fuel guzzlers, Kang’ata actually had no servants, no security detail, and no fence at his home.

His houses are largely made of old iron sheets. Kang’ata is a first time MP for Kiharu, a constituency represented by wealthy billionaires and well-known politicians like Dr. Gikonyo Kiano, Ngenye Kariuki, and Kenneth Matiba in the past.

Irungu Kang’ata Measurements and Facts

Here are some interesting facts and body measurements you should know about Kang’ata

Irungu Kang’ata Bio and Wiki

  • Full Names: Irungu Kang’ata
  • Popular As: Kang’ata
  • Gender: Male
  • Occupation / Profession: Politician and Lawyer
  • Nationality: Kenyan
  • Race / Ethnicity: African
  • Religion: Christian
  • Sexual Orientation: Straight

Irungu Kang’ata Birthday

  • Age / How Old?: 40years old (2020)
  • Zodiac Sign: Not Known
  • Date of Birth: 1980
  • Place of Birth: Muang’a County, Kenya
  • Birthday: 1980

Irungu Kang’ata Family and Relationship

  • Father (Dad): Joseph Irungu
  • Mother: Margaret Wangechi Irungu
  • Siblings (Brothers and Sisters): Not Known
  • Marital Status: Married
  • Wife: Mary Wambui
  • Girlfriend: Not Applicable
  • Children: 3

Irungu Kang’ata Networth and Salary

  • Net Worth: Under Review
  • Salary: Ksh. 1,378, 000
  • Source of Income: Politics and Law

Irungu Kang’ata House and Cars

  • Place of living: To be Updated
  • Cars: Car Brand to be Updated

Irungu Kang’ata Career

The incumbent Senate Majority Whip, Irungu Kang’ata, was first elected as Councillor for the central award in Murang’ a town in the year 2002 while still a student at the University of Nairobi. After his graduation from the University of Nairobi, he worked for various advocates.

In 2009, Kang’ata was employed as a state counsel in the Attorney Generals Chamber. He later left to establish his law firm. Irungu defended a security guard called Rebecca Kerubo in 2012 after she was assaulted at the village market shopping mall on December 31, 2011, by the then Deputy Chief Justice Nancy Baraza.

Election

He contested for Kiharu parliamentary seat running on a TNA ticket and won after receiving 63,148 votes. He is now the current senator for Murang’ a County a position he took over from Kembi Gitura.

During Jubilee primaries, he defeated Kembi Gitura by garnering 158,167 votes against Kembi’ 146,207 votes. He is also the incumbent Senate Majority Chief Whip and currently serving as the temporary speaker in the Senate.

Irungu Kang’ata is a PhD(Law) researcher at the University of Nairobi and also teaches law at the Catholic University of Eastern Africa.

Irungu Kang’ata Law Firm

The Murang’ a County Senator, Irungu, owns a law firm called Irungu Kangata & Co. Advocates. The firm specializes in Corporate Law and is located at Flamingo Towers 4th Floor Next to the British Embassy in Uperhill Nairobi.

Irungu Kang’ata Awards and Achievements

Kang’ata was awarded by Central Kenya Forum for Peace for the best management of the Constituency Development Fund (CDF) in 2015. Irungu has also been in the front line to oppose the rights of the LGBT community.

In 2015 he led peaceful demonstrations in Nairobi which was aimed at deterring the then US President Barack Obama from mentioning gay rights during his visit to Kenya.

Frequently Asked Questions About Irungu Kang’ata

Who is Irungu Kang’ata?

Irungu Kang’ata is a Kenyan born politician who is the current senator for Murang’ a County representing Kiharu constituency. Kang’ata is the incumbent Senate Majority Chief Whip. He is a member of The National Alliance (TNA) and a coalition member of Jubilee Alliance.

How old is Irungu Kang’ata?

The Senator for Murang’ a County, Kang’ata, was born in 1980 in Murang’ a County, Kenya. Irungu is 40 years old as of 2020. Details about his birthday and birthplace are yet to be provided. This information will soon be updated.

How tall is Irungu Kang’ata?

Kang’ata maintains a low profile about his personal life and has not revealed any information about his height and weight. Murang’ a County Senator, Irungu, is of average stature. Details about his height and weight are currently under review and will soon be updated.

Is Irungu Kang’ata married?

In September 2018, Irungu married the love of his life at the Gathinja Catholic Church in Kiharu Constituency. The Murang’ a county senator, Kang’ata, is married to Mary Wambui.

How much is Irungu Kang’ata worth?

Kang’ata maintains a low profile about his personal life. According to many people, Irungu lives a simple life and does not like to show off his property. His net worth is currently under review and will soon be updated.

How much does Irungu Kang’ata make?

According to our reliable source, senators in Kenya earn a monthly basic taxable salary of Kshs. 532,500 and a number of allowances, meaning each senator gets an average gross salary of Ksh. 1,378, 000. The allowances include mileage, sitting, and responsibility allowances.

Where does Irungu Kang’ata live?

He is a resident of Murang’ a Town, Murang’ a County, Kenya. We shall upload pictures of his house as soon as we have them.

Is Irungu Kang’ata dead or alive?

Kang’ata is alive and in good health. There have been no reports of him being sick or having any health-related issues.

Where is Irungu Kang’ata Now?

Kang’ata is the Senator for Murang’ a County.

Irungu Kang’ata Social Media Contacts

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