The family of former Lugari MP Cyrus Jirongo say he was in Karen, Nairobi, on Friday evening, going to his Gigiri home, before the accident in which he died.
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This page is an archive of main headlines from Kenya for 15.12.2025.
It displays 97 headlines from many sources chronologically, as they appeared throughout the day, accompanied by AI overviews that were written in real time.
15.12.2025 ⇢ The Day Jirongo's Death Investigation Deepened
⌨The mystery surrounding former MP Cyrus Jirongo's death continued to dominate Kenyan media on December 15. Morning reports highlighted a forensic audit disputing the initial police narrative of a head-on collision, with his family also questioning the official account. Phone records placing Jirongo in Karen hours before the fatal Naivasha crash further complicated the narrative by mid-morning.
The focus intensified throughout the day, with experts now suggesting a more complex two-stage crash rather than a simple head-on collision. Concurrently, Cabinet approved a Ksh5 trillion National Infrastructure Fund, a significant government initiative. Separately, KNEC addressed controversies regarding exam results and examiners' allowances, and President Ruto honored a 'tree-hugging activist' with a state award.
The focus intensified throughout the day, with experts now suggesting a more complex two-stage crash rather than a simple head-on collision. Concurrently, Cabinet approved a Ksh5 trillion National Infrastructure Fund, a significant government initiative. Separately, KNEC addressed controversies regarding exam results and examiners' allowances, and President Ruto honored a 'tree-hugging activist' with a state award.
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03:15 (00:15)⇢Jirongo's Death: Police Narrative Questioned
⌨Questions continue to mount regarding the death of former Lugari MP Cyrus Jirongo, with a forensic audit disputing the initial police narrative and his family questioning the official account (Standard Media, Tuko). This ongoing investigation into Jirongo's passing remains the most prominent topic in Kenyan media. Other news includes a teachers' strike (Kenyans) and a matatu accident (The Star).
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Reduced disposable income has affected some families with little to celebrate.
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WAZIRI wa zamani Fred Gumo na aliyekuwa Seneta wa Vihiga George Khaniri wametaka uchunguzi ufanywe...
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Official correspondence reveals names of at least 82 Kenyans lured into fighting for Russia in Ukraine.
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The Standard
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Experts argue a reconstruction of the scene reveals the accident was not a simple head-on collision with a bus.
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RAIS William Ruto Jumapili alionekana kumlenga Kinara wa Wiper Kalonzo Musyoka, akimrejelea kama...
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Several others were injured and rushed to different facilities in the area, including Agoro Sare Hospital and Matata…
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WASHINGTON DC, AMERIKA
RAIS Donald Trump ameelezea wasiwasi kuhusu iwapo chama tawala cha...
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KAULI ya Mbunge wa Bunge la Jumuiya ya Afrika (EALA) Winnie Odinga kuwa ODM itakuwa na mwaniaji wa...
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Kimanzi Mulonzya had delivered raw cooking oil to Uganda and was driving back to Nairobi.
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Kast beat the governing left-wing coalition candidate Jeanette Jara decisively with more than 58% of the vote in his third attempt.
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KNEC has denied claims of KCSE examiners leaving marking centres without being paid their allowances....
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They died after two trucks and a van carrying relatives returning from a wedding in Kakamega collided.
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Family and friends say circumstances of the politician's death do not add up.
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WAGENI wanaozuru maeneo ya Pwani kwa ajili ya likizo za Desemba wametakiwa kufuata masharti ya...
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The new chief of MI6, Blaise Metreweli, will warn of "the acute threat posed by Russia" when she makes her first public speech later.
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KJSEA results have sparked controversy, with the new result system leaving schools with the headache of how to portray…
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The legislator noted that Jirongo had played a formative role in his own political and professional journey.
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09:29 (06:29)⇢Jirongo's Death Mystery Deepens
⌨Kenyan media continues to grapple with the mysterious death of former Lugari MP Cyrus Jirongo, with family and friends demanding answers and questioning the police account (Standard Media, Daily Nation, Tuko). An MP recounted working as Jirongo's trusted assistant, highlighting his political influence (The Star). Separately, KNEC addressed controversies surrounding exam results and examiner allowances (Kenyans, Nairobi Leo).
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The legislator noted that Jirongo had played a formative role in his own political and professional journey.
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Workers who were emptying the septic stumbled on the skeleton, believed to be of a woman.
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TUME Huru ya Uchaguzi na Mipaka (IEBC) imegeukia matumizi zaidi ya data ya kisayansi katika Taasisi...
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Workers who were emptying the septic stumbled on the skeleton, believed to be of a woman.
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“Mama Ida loves me like her own son, welcomes me home and gives me food whenever I visit her. I can never insult such a mum,” he said.
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The Standard
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USHAHIDI mpya katika kesi kuhusu mauaji ya watoto Shakahola umeeleza kuwa, baadhi ya watoto...
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The council explained that KJSEA does not generate aggregate scores for learners or institutions.
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Kenya Red Cross said 12 passengers were rushed to hospital in critical condition.
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Y News Digital
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20 lives have been lost in just 24 hours in separate accidents.
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20 lives have been lost in just 24 hours in separate accidents.
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AKIWA na umri wa miaka 23 pekee, Maxwell Tom Oyoo, mwanafunzi katika Chuo Kikuu cha Kabianga,...
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"There will be monitoring of human rights violations," CJ Koome said.
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Ruto has also conferred upon Muthoni the Head of State Commendation Medal
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12:33 (09:33)⇢Jirongo's Death Mystery Deepens with New Findings
⌨The mystery surrounding the death of former MP Cyrus Jirongo continues to deepen, with new revelations about his whereabouts hours before the fatal crash and a forensic audit disputing the police narrative (Standard Media, YNews Digital, Tuko, Daily Nation). His family also questions the official account, demanding further answers regarding the circumstances of his passing. Separately, KNEC addressed controversies regarding exam results and examiners' allowances (Kenyans, Nairobi Leo).
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Citizen TV
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Ruto has also conferred upon Muthoni the Head of State Commendation Medal
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MKUU wa Umoja wa Mataifa (UN) Antonio Guterres amelaani shambulio lililotekelezwa kwa kutumia droni...
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NG’OMBE aina ya Friesian Holstein aliyeibuka bingwa mkuu (Supreme Champion) katika Maonyesho...
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The judge cautioned that an excessive number could prolong the trial unnecessarily.
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Y News Digital
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During the occasion, Ruto appointed Muthoni as an ambassador of the 15 billion tree planting campaign.
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President William Ruto has appointed Truphena Muthoni as an Ambassador of the 15 Billion Tree Planting Campaign....
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The Feeding Our Future (FOF) scandal, now in its third year of indictments, is one of the largest pandemic-relief fraud cases in US history.
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The Feeding Our Future (FOF) scandal, now in its third year of indictments, is one of the largest pandemic-relief fraud cases in US history.
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MWAKA 2022, Kenya ilikumbwa na ukame uliotajwa kuwa mbaya zaidi kwa kipindi cha miaka 40,...
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PS Omollo Omollo urged Kenyans to reflect on their civic responsibilities and embrace a sense of ownership in national security.
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JANGA la Covid-19, mwaka 2020, lilipokuwa linatesa taifa na ulimwengu, Petronillah Mugeni alipata...
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The fund is intended to support the country’s ambition to transition into a developed economy while easing pressure on public debt.
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In the past two weeks, a total of 28 people have lost their lives on major roads across the country, according to the…
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Witnesses said Ian Gikonyo had dived into the water at the Sports Club but failed to come up.
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Reiner is known for directing classic films in a variety of genres, including When Harry Met Sally, This is Spinal Tap, Stand By Me, Misery and A Few Good Men.
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Forensic experts challenge the narrative of Cyrus Jirongo's tragic death, revealing details of a complex two-stage crash rather than a simple head-on collision.
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MCSK had filed an appeal seeking to stay the Tribunal’s decision
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15:32 (12:32)⇢Jirongo Crash Report Disputed
⌨The media continues to focus on the aftermath of former MP Cyrus Jirongo's death, with forensic experts now disputing the initial police report of a head-on collision, suggesting a more complex two-stage crash (Tuko, Daily Nation). This deepens the mystery surrounding his passing. Separately, President Ruto has honored a 'tree-hugging activist' with a state award and an ambassadorial role (Standard Media, Citizen, Nairobi Leo, YNews Digital).
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NI watu wachache tu Kenya walikuwa wamesikia habari za Oketch Salah kabla ya kifo cha aliyekuwa...
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The Standard
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Reid Hoffman is the co-founder of LinkedIn and an early investor in OpenAI
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KRA is expanding continuous tax education through partnerships with institutions
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The Authority says the positions are on permanent and pensionable terms of service
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President Ruto said that the 60-kilometre highway would begin near the existing Nairobi expressway at Museum Hill…
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DIWANI maalum wa Kaunti ya Kirinyaga, Lucy Njeri, 45, anakabiliana na majonzi, kusaka haki na...
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The Cabinet approved two funds to steer economic transformation of the country
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The move comes at the back of a promise by President William Ruto that the fund would be actualized in the near future.
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Cabinet also approved the Sovereign Wealth Fund Policy.
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The company stated that the outages are necessary to facilitate network maintenance work....
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The Star
The Cabinet approved two funds to steer economic transformation of the country
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The policy sets out measures to expand renewable energy, strengthen private sector participation
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Several European leaders expected to join further talks
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The meeting sought to determine the scale and cost of interventions required
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This comes as government is moving to accelerate infrastructure delivery
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The move aimed at positioning Kenya as a leading global destination for meetings
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Knec says KJSEA grading aims to cut unhealthy exam competition
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BARAZA la Kitaifa la Mtihani Kenya (KNEC) limeonya shule dhidi ya kupotosha umma kwa kuchapisha...
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21:28 (18:28)⇢Cabinet Endorses Ksh5 Trillion Fund
⌨Cabinet has approved a Ksh5 trillion National Infrastructure Fund, signifying a major government initiative (Daily Nation, Kenyans, YNews Digital). This follows presidential promises and aims to boost national development. Separately, the Kenya National Examinations Council (KNEC) is clarifying a new grading system for KJSEA exams and warning against fake results (The Star, Taifaleo). Reports also continue on Jirongo's political activities and the ongoing dispute over his accident (Standard Media, Tuko).
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McOure said the initiative seeks to create a coordinated platform for youth engagement
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These are the stories making headlines in your Free Copy of the Tuesday Star.
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The Cabinet observed that the payment programme has led to the acceleration of 875 road contracts since April 2025, significantly improving project momentum across...
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The utility says it expects nearly 500 more staff to leave by 2026, threatening its ability to maintain timely electricity services for over 10 million customers.
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People Daily
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TV47 Digital
Tourism and Wildlife Cabinet Secretary Rebecca Miano has welcomed the government’s decision to operationalize the Kenya National Convention Bureau (KNCB), saying the move cements Kenya’s position as a leading global…
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People Daily
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The government will announce a comprehensive roadmap to mitigate the drought situation after a meeting with donor partners on Tuesday.
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NAIROBI, Kenya, Dec 15-The Chairperson of the African Union Commission (AUC), Mahmoud Ali Youssouf, has bid farewell to Kenya’s Ambassador to Ethiopia and Permanent...
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IPOA has opened investigations into the death of boda boda rider Jack Leon Matoke in custody at Kawangware Police Post in Nairobi, after his family disputed police claims that he died by suicide.
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decision follows persistent implementation challenges at NTSA, which has struggled to scale issuance of chip-based licences since the initiative was launched in 2017. As...
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