Raila Odinga’s death ended a political era. It pushed his daughter, Winnie Odinga, into the spotlight. She had long stood beside her father. Now she stands at the center of Kenya’s political stage. Her voice rose above thousands of mourners. She spoke with calm strength. “The king is dead,” she declared. “But long live the […]
Leaders gave mixed views on ODM’s future during Raila Odinga’s funeral. Some supported working with President William Ruto. Others pushed the party to prepare for 2027. Opiyo Wandayi said ODM is already in government. He urged the party to stay. He claimed Odinga left clear instructions. Gladys Wanga agreed. She said staying in government would […]
Former Prime Minister Raila Odinga received a 17-gun salute on Sunday at his family home in Bondo, Siaya County. The emotional ceremony carried both pride and reflection. It also marked the end of a powerful political era in Kenya. Raila’s burial began shortly before 5 p.m. Family members, close friends, and top government leaders gathered […]
Former U.S. President Barack Obama delivered a heartfelt tribute to Kenya’s late former Prime Minister Raila Odinga, calling him a true champion of democracy and a symbol of courage, unity, and reconciliation across Africa. On Saturday, Obama released a statement celebrating Raila’s lifelong fight for justice, freedom, and good governance. He noted that Raila’s journey […]
Winnie Odinga delivered a heartfelt tribute to her late father, former Prime Minister Raila Odinga, during his State funeral at Nyayo National Stadium in Nairobi. She described Raila’s final days in India as peaceful and dignified, saying he remained strong until the very end. “I was with him in India when he took his last […]
The government declared Friday, October 17, 2025, a public holiday. The day honors the late Raila Amolo Odinga, a veteran opposition leader and a key figure in Kenya’s history. On Wednesday evening, the Interior Cabinet Secretary announced the decision. He urged Kenyans to reflect on Odinga’s legacy. In addition, the government encouraged the public to […]
ODM leader Raila Odinga renewed calls to devolve school management to counties. He proposed that governors should oversee primary and secondary schools to bring services closer and cut bureaucracy. Teachers rejected the plan. Officials of the Kenya National Union of Teachers (Knut) said counties had already failed in managing Early Childhood Development Education (ECDE), which […]
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