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Cyrus Jirongo to be buried on December 30- Family
The ceremony will take place at his Lumakanda home, Lugari Constituency in Kakamega County.
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I am working to bring change to Kenya, not to get re-elected – Ruto
The President said he had moved beyond the stage of campaigning for votes and was instead committed to implementing his development agenda and reforms, which he described as his core mission.
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Stand firm against graft! Public Service boss Koskei urges Kenyans
Speaking during a public engagement, Koskei said the fight against corruption could not be won by government institutions alone and required the full participation of citizens acting within the law.
Health and Wellness
Garissa County Referral Hospital prioritises child-friendly care
The child-friendly approach helps reduce fear and anxiety, improves cooperation during medical care, and supports faster emotional recovery.
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DCI halts fake graduation ceremony in Changamwe, arrests organisers
The operation was carried out by officers from the DCI Headquarters’ Serious Crime Unit, working in collaboration with the Commission for University Education (CUE), following intelligence reports that an illegal graduation was underway.
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Matiang’i should be last person to criticise Ruto’s government – Duale
Duale strongly defended President Ruto’s record in office, saying the Head of State’s performance within three years surpassed that of his predecessors.
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Nine killed in shooting at Australia's Bondi Beach, police say
Police also say at least 11 others are also injured, including two police officers.
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M23 accuses DRC of violating peace deals, wants UN to intervene
The movement also called on the United Nations Security Council to press Kinshasa to honour its commitments under the Doha Peace Process.
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EACC, South Africa’s SIU seal anti-corruption cooperation pact
The two agencies signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to enhance bilateral collaboration on anti-corruption initiatives, marking a significant step in deepening institutional ties between Kenya and South Africa.
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Six UN peacekeepers killed in drone attack in Sudan’s South Kordofan
The United Nations Interim Security Force for Abyei (UNISFA) said "six troops were killed and six injured", including four seriously, when a drone hit their camp in Kadugli, the capital of South Kordofan state.
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Wetang'ula reveals details of meeting with Jirongo hours before fatal accident
Speaking in Mazeras, Kilifi County, Wetang’ula narrated how the two met shortly after the conclusion of Jamhuri Day celebrations, unaware that it would be their last encounter.
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Somalia PM reshuffles cabinet, appoints new ministers
The newly appointed ministers were instructed to assume office without delay and deliver “enhanced performance” in their respective portfolios.
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US warns Rwanda over eastern DRC, breach of Washington accords
The US signalled that it is prepared to respond to ensure compliance with the agreements endorsed by President Donald Trump.
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Israel targets senior Hamas official in deadly Gaza strike
In a joint statement, the Israeli military and security agency Shin Bet announced it had "eliminated" Raed Saad, the head of weapons production for Hamas's military wing, the Qassam Brigades, in Gaza city.
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Live purposefully, leaders told, as MP Denar buried
Speaking during the burial of the late MP Denar Joseph Hamisi in Mazeras, Kilifi County, on Saturday, December 13, 2025, Speaker Wetang’ula said leaders must stand with one another, especially during difficult moments, noting that life is unpredictable.
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Trump vows retaliation after ISIL attack in Syria kills three US nationals
The attack on US forces on Saturday, December 13, 2025, was the first to inflict casualties since the fall of Syrian President Bashar al-Assad a year ago.
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No cracks in ODM, Winnie Odinga maintains
She brushed off talk of factions within the party, saying ODM continues to be guided by collective leadership under Senator Oburu Odinga.
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President Sheikh hails milestone as Somalia readies local council elections
In a statement released on Saturday, December 13, 2025, the President confirmed that he had officially received his voter registration card for the upcoming local council elections in the districts of the Banadir region.
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EACC recovers grabbed public land worth Sh21 million in Mombasa
The land, reserved for the expansion of Tom Mboya Avenue, had been irregularly and fraudulently allocated to Isaac Munyi Njeru, then to Julius Mwamsae, who later sold the property to Mohamed Mahfudh Saad.
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Police hunt for gunman who killed 2 Brown University students
Streets around campus remained blocked and packed with emergency vehicles hours after the shooting and law enforcement officials heightened security around the city as police continued their manhunt.
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Suspect arrested in Busia over Seth Nyakio Njeri murder
In a statement on Saturday, December 13, 2025, the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) said Kimanthi had been on the run since the murder.
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Chaos at Kolkata Stadium as Messi’s brief appearance angers fans
Fans who had paid up to 12,000 rupees for a chance to see the football legend were left frustrated when his appearance was brief and largely hidden behind a crowd of officials and celebrities. The situation escalated as some spectators ripped seats, threw bottles and other items onto the pitch, and vandalized stadium banners and tents.
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Belarus releases 123 detainees after US agrees to ease sanctions
The move followed talks held in Minsk with Donald Trump’s special envoy for Belarus, John Coale, and marks a rare diplomatic shift involving President Alexander Lukashenko’s government. Nobel Peace Prize laureate Ales Bialiatski is also among those freed as part of the deal.
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Clergy call for withdrawal of proposed religious law
The Pentecostal Voices of Kenya said the proposal is part of a wider plan to silence both the church and non-governmental organisations, noting that the approach taken by the government raises serious concern.
Health and Wellness
SHA appoints 82 Principal Officers to strengthen health services
Registration and Compliance at the county coordination level will be handled by Geoffrey Mwangi Thiaka and Anab Sharrif Mohamed, while Minnie Wanja Gitau and Faith Sitoi Tonkei will take charge of the broader Registration and Compliance designation.
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Natembeya calls himself a “walking prisoner” over Government action
Despite the challenges, Natembeya said he finds pride in his struggle and believes his stand for the people will be remembered long after.
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Tharaka Nithi pushes for park revenue, forest protection
The governor noted that residents frequently face crop destruction and injuries when animals leave the park, yet the county does not benefit financially. Njuki emphasized that a partnership would recognise the critical role local communities play in keeping wildlife contained and reducing conflicts.
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Cyrus Jirongo’s body arrives at Lee Funeral Home after fatal crash
Jirongo lost his life while driving from Naivasha to Nairobi. According to police, his Mercedes-Benz saloon collided head-on with a Climax Sacco passenger bus in the Karai area along the Nakuru–Naivasha highway.
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I had seconds to decide; Bus driver on fatal crash that killed Jirongo
Tirus Kamau, who has been with the long-distance bus company for eight years, said he was traveling from Nairobi to Busia when the accident occurred around 3am on Saturday at Karai, Naivasha.
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US removes sanctions on Brazilian Judge amid Bolsonaro sentence review
Brazil’s Minister of Institutional Relations, Gleisi Hoffmann, welcomed the removal of sanctions as a victory for the country and for President Lula. Judge de Moraes had played a central role in investigating allegations that Bolsonaro and his allies attempted a coup after the 2022 elections.