In Kenya’s volatile political landscape, few parties have endured the turbulence of shifting alliances and ideological battles like the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM). Born out of the 2005 constitutional referendum, ODM has long been synonymous with its founding leader, the late Raila Odinga. His passing in October 2025 has left…
Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) leader Dr. Oburu Oginga has acknowledged the heavy responsibility of succeeding his late brother, Raila Odinga, saying he cannot replace him but is ready to steer the party forward with grassroots support. Speaking during the Lake Region Community Dialogue in Kisumu on Saturday, January 24, Oburu…
Siaya County Senator and Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) leader Oburu Odinga has thrown his full support behind Nairobi Senator and ODM Secretary General Edwin Sifuna, affirming that Sifuna’s recent statements reflect the true position and direction of the party following the death of former party leader Raila Odinga. Speaking during…
A proposal to erect a statue in honour of the late Raila Amolo Odinga in Nairobi’s Central Business District (CBD) has been formally submitted to President William Ruto and Nairobi Governor Johnson Sakaja for approval. The initiative championed by former Parklands/Highridge MCA Jayendra Malde in collaboration with Kenya’s Indian community…
Raila Odinga’s longtime personal driver, Eric Ominde, has opened up about the challenges and sacrifices that came with serving one of Kenya’s most prominent political figures, revealing how the demanding nature of his job often kept him away from family milestones. Speaking in an interview with a local media outlet…
Multiple people were injured on Saturday, October 18, 2025, following a stampede at the Jomo Kenyatta International Stadium in Mamboleo, Kisumu, where thousands of mourners had gathered to view the body of the late former Prime Minister Raila Odinga. The tragedy unfolded as crowds surged toward the main viewing area,…
Raila Odinga’s younger sister, Ruth Odinga, has opened up about the uneasy relationship between the late former Prime Minister and Kenya’s Generation Z, acknowledging both the criticism and affection that defined their interactions in his final years. Speaking to the press at the Opoda family home in Bondo, Ruth noted…
The passing of former Prime Minister Raila Amollo Odinga has unleashed a wave of passionate mourning across the Luo nation, revealing the community’s rich and expressive traditions of grief. From Siaya to Kisumu, Homa Bay to Migori, thousands poured into the streets, markets, and villages in an emotional outpouring of…
Thousands of mourners filled Nyayo National Stadium on Friday, October 17, 2025, for the State Funeral of former Prime Minister Raila Amollo Odinga, where an impassioned sermon by Prof. David Kodia, Bishop of the Anglican Church of Kenya (ACK) Bondo Diocese, electrified the crowd with calls for moral renewal and…
Winnie Odinga delivered a moving and deeply personal eulogy to her late father, former Prime Minister Raila Amollo Odinga, during his State Funeral at Nyayo National Stadium in Nairobi. Speaking to thousands of mourners, Winnie recounted his final moments and reflected on the powerful lessons he imparted to his family…