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2 storiesKenya's black rhino and elephant populations remain steady, census shows. Meanwhile, Russia threatens swift retaliation against the EU's asset freeze linked to Ukraine aid.
Fuel prices will remain unchanged for the third consecutive month. Health CS Duale defended the 200 billion Kenyan Shillings Kenya-U.S. health deal despite a court suspension, as KCSE English examiners are on strike over unpaid allowances. Ten people died in two separate night crashes, while a boda boda rider died in police custody in Kawangware. The DCI stopped a graduation in Mombasa over fake degrees. Authorities issued festive season health and road safety advisories, and former MP Cyrus Jirongo died on the Nakuru-Naivasha Highway, with his family suspecting foul play.
The family of former Lugari MP, Cyrus Jirongo, is demanding an investigation into his sudden death following a fatal accident on the Nairobi-Nakuru Highway on Saturday, December 13. Family and friends, including former Westlands MP Fred Gumo, suspect foul play regarding the circumstances of his death. The accident occurred in a head-on collision on a notorious blackspot at Karai, reinforcing the Nakuru–Naivasha Highway's reputation as one of Kenya's deadliest roads. Former President Uhuru Kenyatta paid tribute to the late Cyrus Jirongo, remembering him as a bold and principled leader who worked tirelessly for the nation.
The death of former Member of Parliament, Cyrus Jirongo, has been announced (30). The family of the former MP, who died in a road accident early Saturday morning, is demanding answers regarding the mysterious circumstances surrounding his death (3). His death has reportedly triggered suspicion and an investigation is underway (10). In a recent address, President William Ruto paid tribute to Cyrus Jirongo, commending him for his enduring leadership and resilience (28).
Kenya's black rhino and elephant populations remain steady, census shows. Meanwhile, Russia threatens swift retaliation against the EU's asset freeze linked to Ukraine aid.
Larry Madowo denies claims of being paid to tarnish the Tanzanian government. Corazon Kwamboka reveals early menopause from endometriosis treatment. Maverick Aoko confirms pregnancy, while Julie Gichuru shares a family moment with her son.
Nyanza's political landscape is shifting as veteran politicians re-enter mainstream politics, setting the stage for 2027 polls. Concurrently, Winnie Odinga insists ODM must field a presidential candidate in 2027.
Ugandan teams join Kenya's Enterprise Cup rugby. Kenya Police lead the Premier League after rivals draw. Kenyan boxers and swimmers show promise internationally. Pipeline and Postbank win KVF openers. Lionesses name SVNS 2 squad as Trinity Starlets seek to extend their unbeaten run.
Airtel Money partners with I&M Bank to expand digital payments for Kenyan customers. Separately, Fincra will be the headline supporter for Africa Tech Summit Nairobi in 2026.
Fuel prices remain unchanged for the third month. Health CS Duale defends the KES 200B Kenya-U.S. health deal despite court suspension. KCSE English examiners are on strike over unpaid allowances. Ten people died in two separate night crashes, while a boda boda rider died in police custody in Kawangware. DCI stopped a graduation in Mombasa over fake degrees. Authorities have issued health and road safety advisories for the festive season, as the deadly Nakuru-Naivasha Highway claimed former MP Cyrus Jirongo, prompting his family to suspect foul play.
Nairobi Governor Johnson Sakaja has announced a new land rate waiver from December 15 to December 31, offering a temporary reprieve to landlords. The initiative aims to address a compliance crisis by wiping out 100 per cent of accumulated interest and penalties for those who clear arrears. In other urban news, NEMA has cautioned that extensive refurbishment at Nairobi Central Station by the Kenya Railways Corporation could damage nearby buildings. These works are part of the Nairobi Railway City project. Concurrently, the Ministry of Lands has initiated a comprehensive boundary review for proposed municipalities and urban areas across Embu, Turkana, and Wajir counties, effective July 1, 2025.
Over 800 Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) examiners marking English Paper 2 at Mary Hills Girls' High School have gone on strike due to unpaid coordination allowances. In a separate incident, the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) and the Commission for University Education (CUE) halted a graduation ceremony in Changamwe, Mombasa, after discovering the institution lacked accreditation to award degrees. Meanwhile, during the University of Nairobi's 74th Graduation Ceremony, Education Cabinet Secretary Julius Ogamba challenged the 4,504 graduates to embrace innovation, entrepreneurship, and emerging technologies like Artificial Intelligence.
A public disagreement erupted between the Governor of Kiambu and the Member of Parliament for Thika during a church service, in the presence of President Ruto (5). In a separate incident highlighting political tensions, supporters of politicians in Gatundu North publicly clashed with words in front of the President (7). President Ruto later addressed Kiambu residents, encouraging them to choose performing leaders who have delivered tangible results in the upcoming United Democratic Alliance (UDA) elections in January (13). He also stated the January election is for UDA and emphasized that true leadership is devoid of insults and arrogance (12).
The Kenya Police gained a significant advantage in the SportPesa Premier League title race after their closest rivals, Gor Mahia and Kakamega Homeboyz, both drew their matches. Police can now go three points clear if they win their upcoming game. In other domestic football, Kuwinda 1, despite playing with nine men, defeated tournament favorites Basel 2-1 to secure a spot in the semi-finals of the Abbas Khalif Super Cup. In the FKF Women's Premier League, Trinity Starlets are aiming to extend their unbeaten streak against Kayole Starlet in a top-of-the-table clash where only one point separates the two teams.
Kenyan boxers delivered an "above average" performance at the Elite World Boxing Championships in Dubai, achieving five wins, which is a significant improvement attributed to the Ndondi Mashinani Initiative. Meanwhile, the 2025-2026 Kenya Volleyball Federation (KVF) season served off at the Nyayo Gymnasium, with defending champions Kenya Pipeline and Postbank securing dominant wins in their opening matches. Additionally, a talented team of Kenyan youth swimmers has departed for Luanda, Angola, to compete in the 4th African Youth Games, a qualification pathway for the Dakar 2026 Youth Olympic Games.
More than 17 people have died in various road accidents during the first two weeks of December in Kenya, raising concerns about increasing road fatalities (2). A tragic event in Nyamira claimed the lives of eight individuals after a collision between a matatu and a trailer, highlighting ongoing road safety concerns (9). In a separate incident, a road accident in the Ekerenyo area of Nyamira county also resulted in the deaths of eight people, with another eight receiving hospital treatment (4).