At the time of his death, Jirongo was living alone in Nairobi despite having four wives.
He resided in the leafy Gigiri area, but the house belonged to a long-time political ally who remained close to him even as his influence and wealth declined.
His later years were spent quietly with only a personal driver and a chef as he worked to recover from prolonged financial struggles.
Jirongo first rose to prominence in the mid-nineteen eighties when he married Joan Chemutai Kimeto shortly after meeting her through mutual friends.
Their union began under difficult circumstances and shaped the foundation of his early family life.
During this period Jirongo was already known for his sharp instincts and unconventional business methods, which helped him thrive despite a harsh economic climate.
His major political breakthrough came in the early nineteen nineties when he was selected to lead a powerful youth lobby that played a key role in national politics.
That rise, however, also marked the beginning of long-term challenges.
Following political fallout, his businesses declined, debts mounted, and several assets were lost to auctioneers, including his Gigiri home.
As pressures increased, Jirongo entered polygamous marriages, which eventually resulted in separate households.
Despite the separation, he maintained relationships with his wives and children and ensured their basic needs and education were met.
Those close to him describe a man who remained hopeful, warm and industrious even in hardship.
His death closes a chapter on a public figure whose life blended ambition, controversy, family complexity and perseverance.
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