Cyprus Jirongo, a former Member of Parliament for Lugari and a prominent Kenyan political figure, has passed away.
Kenneth Lusaka, the current Bungoma Governor and former Speaker of the Senate, was among the first public figures to confirm this unfortunate news.
On December 13, 2025, Lusaka conveyed his condolences via a sincere message on X, expressing deep sorrow over Jirongo’s death and lamenting the loss of a significant national figure. This announcement precipitated widespread national sorrow over the departure of a political personality renowned for his candid views and the public discourse he often incited.
Francis Atwoli, the Secretary-General of the Central Organisation of Trade Unions (COTU-K), also publicly expressed his grief with moving sentiments.
In his own post on X, also dated December 13, 2025, Atwoli paid tribute to Jirongo, describing him as a valuable contributor to his community and Kenya as a whole.
Atwoli communicated his profound shock and sadness upon learning of Jirongo’s demise, emphasizing his significant contributions to both the local community and the country, and concluded his statement with a wish for Jirongo’s soul to rest in peace.
