Saturday, December 27, 2025 - A horrific incident has left the Kenyan transport industry in shock after a truck driver was hijacked and killed while transporting 256 bags of cement on Christmas Day. The driver, who was moving the consignment from Athi River to Matuu, was reportedly ambushed by unknown criminals at Masii along Kitui Road. According to preliminary reports, the hijackers diverted the truck towards Tawa Road, where they brutally murdered the driver at Kithuia. After committing the heinous act, the assailants abandoned the truck, leaving the engine running and dumped the victim’s body at Kasyelia, miles away from the original crime scene. Authorities are investigating the case and have urged anyone with information to come forward to help apprehend the perpetrators. Below are photos of the deceased driver. The Kenyan DAILY POST

Saturday, December 27, 2025 - People’s Liberation Party (PLP) leader, Martha Karua, has disclosed that former Cabinet Minister and Lugari MP, Cyrus Jirongo, had expressed concerns about his personal safety in the months leading up to his death.Speaking during Jirongo’s farewell ceremony on Saturday, December 27th, Karua said the late politician had been working on measures to reinforce his security.“Cyrus had concerns about his safety, and he was actually making arrangements to better secure himself. The accident came before that time.”“These questions will linger, but for now, we stand by the family and say farewell to a person who had a large heart,” she stated.Karua described Jirongo as a long-time friend and colleague committed to the well-being of the country.She revealed that he had intended to collaborate with her politically, a plan she vowed to continue despite his passing.Jirongo died on December 13th in a grisly road accident along the Nairobi–Nakuru Highway after his vehicle collided head-on with a 65-seater bus.His death has sparked controversy, with questions raised over whether it was accidental or premeditated.The Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) is probing the incident. The Kenyan DAILY POST

Ademola Lookman has described the Super Eagles 3-2 win against Tunisia as a step in the right direction. Lookman was the star of the show as he scored a goal and also provided two assists in the hard-fought win for the Super Eagles. The Atalanta man set up Victor Osimhen for the opener in the [...] The post AFCON 2025: Win Against Tunisia Step In Right Direction For Us –Lookman appeared first on Complete Sports.

Frank Onyeka has expressed his disappointment that the Super Eagles conceded two goals, in their nervy 3-2 win against Tunisia, in their second Group C match of the 2025 Africa Cup of the on Saturday. The Super Eagles were cruising to a 3-0 lead thanks to goals from Victor Osimhen (44 min), captain Wilfred Ndidi [...] The post AFCON 2025: I Was Disappointed We Conceded The Two Goals Against Tunisia –Onyeka appeared first on Complete Sports.

Super Eagles captain Wilfred Ndidi has questioned the centre referee’s decision to award a penalty against his side in their hard-fought 3-2 win against Tunisia. With the Super Eagles 3-1 up, Tunisia were awarded a penalty after Bright Osayi-Samuel was penalised for handling the ball inside the 18-yard box while trying to head a cross. [...] The post AFCON 2025: I’m 100 Percent Sure It Was Not A Penalty –Ndidi Questions Ref’s Call Against Super Eagles appeared first on Complete Sports.

The Super Eagles of Nigeria defeated Tunisia 3-2 in their second game at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations on Saturday night. Completesports.com’s ADEBOYE AMOSU appraises the performance of the players in the Group C encounter. Stanley Nwabali 6/10 The goalkeeper was virtually on holiday in the first half. He however conceded twice in the [...] The post AFCON 2025: How Super Eagles Rated In Thrilling Win Over Tunisia appeared first on Complete Sports.

Nigerian international Kenneth Omerou has disclosed that he was tense after Tunisia almost pulled a comeback against the Super Eagles in Saturday’s Group C game of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations. Nigeria appeared to have complete control after Victor Osimhen, Wilfried Ndidi, and the excellent Ademola Lookman gave the team a 3-0 lead. However, [...] The post AFCON 2025: ‘I Was Tensed’ –Omerou Reacts To Super Eagles’ Victory Vs Tunisia appeared first on Complete Sports.

Ademola Lookman was named Man of the Match following Nigeria’s victory over the Carthage Eagles of Tunisia, reports Completesports.com. The Super Eagles defeated Tunisia 3-2 in their second group game at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations on Saturday night. Eric Chelle’s side earned a berth in the Round of 16 following the thrilling win. [...] The post AFCON 2025: Lookman Named MOTM In Super Eagles’ Win Over Tunisia appeared first on Complete Sports.

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AS January 2026 marks 49 years since the “mass recruitment” of pupils at Manama Mission in Gwanda District, Matabeleland South Province, we reproduce one of the interviews Sunday News carried… The post ‘I could smell death at that moment’ appeared first on herald.

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The Super Eagles have joined Egypt as the second team to qualify for the round of 16 of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations after beating Tunisia 3-2 on Saturday. The Super Eagles dominated the early possession of the game and also prevented the Carthage Eagles from having any space to conjure an attack. Victor [...] The post AFCON 2025: Super Eagles Beat Tunisia In Five-Goal Thriller, Seal Round Of 16 Berth appeared first on Complete Sports.

Johnsias Mutonhori A community-owned greenhouse project in Maboleni, Lower Gweru, is emerging as a pilot model for sustainable rural development, blending modern agricultural technology with co-operative enterprise, to uplift livelihoods… The post Greenhouse project sparks hope for sustainable rural development appeared first on herald.

Elita Chikwati and Theseus Shambare FARMERS have planted more than 2,4 million hectares of summer crops, significantly more than last year, raising expectations that the envisaged harvests next year will… The post Farmers put 2,4m ha under summer crops appeared first on herald.

Debra Matabvu Senior Reporter THE new ZiG notes are ready for delivery through financial institutions and authorised channels, Reserve Bank of Zimbabwe (RBZ) Governor Dr John Mushayavanhu has announced, while… The post New ZiG notes ready for delivery, as RBZ assures of durable stability appeared first on herald.

Trust Freddy ZIMBABWE recorded over 350 000 arrivals and 250 000 departures in the first three weeks of December, with over 1,1 million travellers expected to be processed by year-end,… The post 1,1 million travellers expected during festive season appeared first on herald.

Mashudu Netsianda Deputy National Editor ACTING President Kembo Mohadi is today expected to grace the ninth edition of the National Thanksgiving and Dedication Service, an interdenominational prayer gathering in Bulawayo,… The post National Thanksgiving and Dedication Service on today appeared first on herald.

Walter Nyamukondiwa Mashonaland West Bureau Chief ZIMBABWE must leverage on artificial intelligence (AI) as an anchor for economic development, global competitiveness and efficiency, Professor Kudakwashe Taruberekera has said. Speaking after… The post ‘Embracing AI is no longer optional’ appeared first on herald.

Blessings Chidakwa Senior Reporter TEARS of joy and heartfelt gratitude flowed as First Lady Dr Auxillia Mnangagwa presented baby hampers, care packages and groceries to mothers who welcomed new-borns on… The post Joy as First Lady presents hampers, care packages to Christmas babies appeared first on herald.

As the year comes to an end, we revisit some of the interesting letters that were published in Mai Rebecca Chisamba’s column Mudzimba. *************** Dear Amai, I am a 37-year-old… The post Mother-in-law causing trouble in our marriage appeared first on herald.

Zimpapers Business Hub CONTINUED stability and record output in various sectors helped the country achieve huge economic milestones this year. After a challenging 2024, following the El Niño-induced drought and… The post Bountiful harvest, record output & stability: the story of zim’s economy in 2025 appeared first on herald.

FOR years, the lexicon of Zimbabwe’s economy was dominated by volatility, uncertainty and erosion. Hyperinflation, currency instability and eroded savings were not just economic terms but lived realities that stifled… The post COMMENT: Stable ZiG is anchoring new era of sustained stability and development appeared first on herald.

Uche Ikpeazu kept Uganda’s hope of qualifying for the knockout stages of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations alive after scoring a goal in their 1-1 draw against Tanzania on Saturday. Ikpeazu, who came on in the 77th minute for Jude Ssemugabi, scored with a brilliant diving header to level parity for Uganda in the [...] The post AFCON 2025: Ikpeazu’s Goal Earns Uganda Draw Vs Tanzania appeared first on Complete Sports.

Super Eagles head coach Éric Chelle has made two changes to his starting X1 for tonight’s Group C encounter with the Carthage Eagles of Tunisia, reports Completesports.com. Chippa United’s Stanley Nwabali retains his position in goal. Bright Osayi-Samuel, Semi Ajayi, and Calvin Bassey all kept their places in defence. Read Also:Nigeria Vs Tunisia Live Blogging [...] The post AFCON 2025: Chelle Makes Two Changes For Super Eagles Vs Tunisia appeared first on Complete Sports.

Super Eagles striker Tolu Arokodare was in action as Wolves lost 2-1 to Liverpool in Saturday’s Premier League. The Nigerian international who was making his 13th league appearance, has scored one goal and bagged one yellow card this ongoing season for Wolves. Ryan Gravenberch gave Liverpool a deserved lead just before half time and just [...] The post EPL: Arokodare Features As Liverpool Edge Wolves appeared first on Complete Sports.

Completesports.com’s live blogging of the AFCON 2025 Group C Matchday 2 game between the Super Eagles of Nigeria and the Carthage Eagles of Tunisia at the Fez Stadium in Fes, Morocco. By James Agberebi, at Complexe Sportif de Fez The post Nigeria Vs Tunisia Live Blogging – AFCON 2025 Group C Matchday 2 appeared first on Complete Sports.

Senegal and Democratic Republic of Congo battled to a thrilling 1-1 draw at the Grande Stade de. Tanger on Saturday. The two sides were desperate to secure an early passage to the Round of 16 after starting the competition with wins over Botswana and Benin Republic respectively. Senegal were in ascendancy in the first half [...] The post AFCON 2025: Senegal, DR Congo Draw In Thrilling Group D Contest appeared first on Complete Sports.

Super Eagles captain, Wilfred Ndidi has challenged Nigeria to build on their opening victory at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations, insisting there is still room for improvement ahead of the crucial Group C encounter against Tunisia. The newly elected captain says lessons from Tanzania win must fuel improvement as Nigeria targets momentum at AFCON [...] The post AFCON 2025: “Raise Your Standards” – Captain Ndidi Urges his Teammates appeared first on Latest Sports News In Nigeria.

Ahead of Nigeria’s next 2025 Africa Cup of Nations Group C fixture, Super Eagles midfielder, Fisayo Dele-Bashiru has acknowledged the scale of the challenge posed by Tunisia, but remains confident the team has what it takes to emerge victorious. Speaking ahead of the encounter, the midfieler admits tough challenge ahead but insists Nigeria have the [...] The post “We Are Ready”: Dele-Bashiru Confident Super Eagles Can Overcome Tunisia Test appeared first on Latest Sports News In Nigeria.

Benin Republic defeated Botswana 1-0 to record their first win at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations,reports Completesports.com. The Cheetahs scored the winning goal through Yohan Roche in the 28th minute with captain Steve Mounie providing the assist. Mounie teed up Roche with a clever pass, and the defender made no mistake, firing past the [...] The post AFCON 2025: Roche Leads Benin To Victory Over Botswana appeared first on Complete Sports.

On the eve of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations, Nigeria’s Super Eagles were handed something many of them had quietly waited for; a tangible proof that the presidential promise had been honoured. At a brief ceremony inside the team’s hotel in Fez, Morocco, on Monday, December 22, 2025, members of the Super Eagles’ AFCON [...] The post FINALLY: Promises Kept on the Eve of Battle as Super Eagles Receive National Honours, Houses and Land appeared first on Latest Sports News In Nigeria.

Moroccan and Tunisian football fans have predicted the outcome of Saturday’s AFCON 2025 Group C clash between Nigeria’s Super Eagles and the Carthage Eagles in Fes. The Super Eagles and Tunisia will head into today’s encounter on the back of wins against Tanzania and Uganda. While Eric Chelle’s side overcame Tanzania 2-1, Tunisia saw off [...] The post AFCON 2025: Tunisians, Moroccans Predict Super Eagles Vs Carthage Eagles appeared first on Complete Sports.

The Confederation of African Football, CAF, has debunked rumours it has sanctioned free entry for fans into stadia at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations. The competition has been marred by low turnout of fans across the different centres. The home fans have only turned out in large numbers to watch the Atlas Lions. Read [...] The post AFCON 2025: CAF Denies Rumours Of Free Entries To Stadia appeared first on Complete Sports.

Days 9 (Friday, 25 December, 2025) IT’S FRIDAY, 26 December, 2025 in Fez, Morocco. It’s the eve of Nigeria’s second Group C match at the 2025 AFCON and their illustrious opponents, Tunisia, arrived in town from their base in Rabat yesterday, Thursday. It promises to be a helluva battle when the two Eagles clash at [...] The post AFCON 2025 Diary Day 9: Ndidi’s 2021 Pain, Tunisia Mind Games, Battle Of Eagles In Fez, Mr.ChefNigeria’s Double-Edged Presence And More! appeared first on Complete Sports.

Tunisia forward Sebastian Tounekti has said beating Nigeria’s Super Eagles will be a statement win for them. Speaking to journalists before Tunisia’s training on Friday Tounekti, who is a teammate with Nigeria international Kelechi Iheanacho, said:”I think they have a lot of quality players in their squad and when you look at their wingers you [...] The post AFCON 2025: Beating Nigeria Would Be A Statement Win For Us –Tunisia Forward, Tounekti appeared first on Complete Sports.