Joseph Irungu
Joseph Irungu Waithira (born 6 November 1996), also known as Joe Waithera, is a Kenyan professional footballer who turns out for South Sudan's top tier side Jamus FC,[1] a club he joined in June 2026 from Kenyan Premier League side Murang'a SEAL. Joe is a versatile left-footed forward who is comfortable playing on the flanks, as an attacking midfielder and as a centre-forward.[2]
Career
Joe featured for several Kenyan clubs including Mumbi Nationale and premiership sides Mt. Kenya United, Wazito FC[3], Bandari, Sofapaka FC[4] before moving to the South Sudanese league with Jamus FC.
Awards
In June 2026, Joe was named the Kenyan Premier League Golden Boot after scoring 19 goals for Muranga SEAL in the 2025-26 Kenyan Premier League season, as well as the Fans Player of the Year. [5][6]
References
- ↑ Mozzart Sport, 8 June 2026 FKF Premier League top scorer joins South Sudanese side
- ↑ Kenya Times, 5 June 2026 Joe Waithira’s Journey from Kiharu to Kenya Premier League Star
- ↑ Nation, 28 October 2018 Playoff hero Waithera announces shock return to Wazito
- ↑ Nation, 7 November 2021 Waithera's strike helps Sofapaka edge AFC Leopards
- ↑ Nation, 3 February 2026 I’m targeting over 20 goals, warns KPL top scorer Joseph Waithira
- ↑ Nation, 23 June 2026 Joseph Waithira: My left foot paid off big time