Retired President Uhuru Kenyatta has joined Kenyans and global leaders in mourning the death of former Prime Minister Raila Amolo Odinga, describing the loss as deeply personal and profoundly painful. In a heartfelt statement released on Wednesday, October 15, 2025, the former Head of State said the news of Raila’s…
An overwhelming wave of grief swept through Karen, Nairobi, on Wednesday, October 15, 2025, as thousands of mourners gathered outside the home of former Prime Minister Raila Amolo Odinga following the announcement of his death. The revered opposition leader, affectionately known across the country as “Baba,” passed away earlier in…
At the center of Raila Amolo Odinga’s remarkable life story stands his family a pillar of strength, unity, and unwavering support that has shaped both his personal and political journey. Beyond the rallies, speeches, and public battles, the Odinga family has built a legacy grounded in love, resilience, and service…
President William Ruto on Wednesday, October 15, 2025, visited the Karen home of the late former Prime Minister Raila Amolo Odinga to personally console his bereaved family, following news of the veteran opposition leader’s death in India. The Head of State arrived at the Odinga residence in Nairobi, where he…
Tributes continue to pour in from around the world following the passing of Kenya’s former Prime Minister, Raila Odinga, with the African Union Commission (AUC) Chairperson, Mahmoud Ali Youssouf, and India’s Prime Minister, Narendra Modi, joining global leaders in mourning the veteran statesman. At Raila Odinga’s Opoda home in Siaya…
Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed Ali has joined global leaders in mourning the death of Kenya’s former Prime Minister, Raila Odinga. In an official statement shared on his X account on Wednesday, October 15, 2025, Prime Minister Abiy expressed deep sorrow over the loss of the veteran Kenyan statesman. He…
The Speaker of the National Assembly, Moses Wetang’ula, has suspended the morning sitting of Parliament in response to the death of former Prime Minister Raila Odinga. Invoking his authority under Standing Order Number One, Wetang’ula announced the adjournment and directed Members of Parliament to reconvene later in the day for…
A coalition of Kenyan non-governmental organisations (NGOs) has accused the government of worsening economic inequality and escalating national debt, in a strongly worded briefing submitted to International Monetary Fund (IMF) Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva on Monday. The briefing, delivered on the sidelines of the IMF and World Bank Annual Meetings…
Former Kenyan Prime Minister and veteran opposition leader Raila Odinga has died at the age of 80, a source from his office confirmed to Reuters on Wednesday. Details surrounding his death remain limited. According to Indian publication Mathrubhumi, Odinga who was receiving medical treatment in Kochi, southern India suffered a…
A meeting between the National Assembly Health Committee and officials from the Ministry of Health turned chaotic on Tuesday after a tense verbal exchange between Kitutu Chache MP Antony Kibagendi and Health Cabinet Secretary (CS) Aden Duale. The altercation began when several MPs accused CS Duale of intimidating committee members…