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Honouring a legend: Raila Odinga’s farewell viewing extended to accommodate thousands of mourners
Lucy Mumbi  |  Oct 16, 2025

Deputy President Kithure Kindiki says the extended viewing will ensure every Kenyan has a chance to honour the late former Prime Minister after Friday...

The cultural significance of Oburu Odinga's Thursday visit to Raila's rural home
Barack Oduor  |  Oct 16, 2025

Speaking in Dholuo while surrounded by close family members, Oburu emotionally explained the circumstances under which Raila died to his Sakwa Kowak c...

Raila Odinga’s Kisumu public viewing moved to Jomo Kenyatta Stadium in Mamboleo amid security concerns
Lucy Mumbi  |  Oct 16, 2025

Authorities said the decision to move the viewing was informed by the need to ensure safety and smooth coordination, following chaotic scenes witnesse...

KCSE rehearsals to continue on Friday despite national holiday to honour Raila Odinga
Lucy Mumbi  |  Oct 16, 2025

Senior officials at the Ministry of Education confirmed on Thursday that the exercise will not be postponed, saying any alteration would interfere wit...

Police lob teargas to disperse surging crowds at Kasarani Stadium
Lucy Mumbi  |  Oct 16, 2025

The chaotic scenes unfolded as some mourners reportedly attempted to force their way into the VIP section of the 60,000-capacity stadium, prompting of...

'Jowi! Jowi!’—Thousands mourn Raila Odinga as his body arrives at Kasarani
Lucy Mumbi  |  Oct 16, 2025

Mourners waved tree branches and leaves — traditional symbols of mourning and respect — as they filled the stadium’s terraces, awaiting the arrival of...

TSC reschedules teachers’ promotional interviews in honour of the late Raila Odinga
Lucy Mumbi  |  Oct 16, 2025

In a circular dated October 16, 2025, and addressed to all teachers, the Commission announced that the affected interviews will now take place between...

Normal operations resume at JKIA after security breach during arrival of Raila’s body
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Oct 16, 2025

Travellers who had flights affected during the closure have been advised to reach out to their airlines for updated schedules and necessary arrangemen...

Raila honoured with cultural "Tero Buru" ritual at Opoda homestead
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Oct 16, 2025

Elders led a solemn procession, driving a bull around the family compound, a practice that symbolises guiding the spirit of the deceased on their fina...

India's first diplomatic note that informed Kenya of Raila’s death
Mwangi Maina  |  Oct 16, 2025

The document seen exclusively by The Eastleigh Voice stated that he had been undergoing Ayurveda wellness treatment at Sreedhareeyam Hospital, Kerala,...

‘Won’t be back for many a day’: Raila’s beloved "Jamaica Farewell" song becomes his final goodbye
Mwangi Maina  |  Oct 16, 2025

Across YouTube and social media, Kenyans are revisiting the song, leaving heartfelt tributes.

Raila’s body rerouted to Kasarani Stadium as swelling crowds at Parliament force change of plans
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Oct 16, 2025

The massive turnout forced National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetang’ula, his deputy Gladys Shollei and several MPs to address mourners from within the p...

JKIA operations suspended after security breach during arrival of Raila Odinga’s body
Bashir Mbuthia  |  Oct 16, 2025

The Kenya Civil Aviation Authority (KCAA) said that the suspension was a precautionary measure after a large crowd of mourners gained access to restri...

Kenya’s State Funerals: Highest national honour, tradition, presidential discretion, and calls for legal reform
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Oct 16, 2025

Presidential funerals are accompanied by full military honours, while those accorded to other leaders or heroes depend on Defence Council approval and...

Chaos erupts at JKIA as mourners overwhelm security during arrival of Raila Odinga’s body
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Oct 16, 2025

Security personnel were briefly overwhelmed when the crowd forced its way through the VIP gates moments after the Kenya Airways plane bearing the rema...

Former Prime Minister Raila Odinga to be buried on Sunday, family wishes to be honoured - DP Kindiki
Lucy Mumbi  |  Oct 15, 2025

Kindiki said the funeral plans will respect the late leader’s wishes, who had indicated he wanted to be buried within 72 hours of his passing.

From front pages to prime time: Raila Odinga’s unmatched grip on Kenya’s news cycle
Barack Oduor  |  Oct 15, 2025

Veteran journalist Peter Leftie notes that reporting on Odinga required skill and deep political understanding, as the veteran opposition leader often...

Devamatha Hospital cardiologist: Raila Odinga battled underlying health conditions before death
Lucy Mumbi  |  Oct 15, 2025

According to Cardiologist Dr Sister Alphons, Odinga’s condition worsened after he collapsed during a morning walk and could not be revived despite ext...

FKF suspends all leagues for seven days following Raila Odinga’s death
Bashir Mbuthia  |  Oct 15, 2025

The suspension affects matches in the FKF Premier League, the FKF National Super League and the FKF Women's Premier League.

Government postpones Nyota verification exercise following Raila Odinga’s death
Lucy Mumbi  |  Oct 15, 2025

The PS added that the exercise, which was expected to draw the participation of Principal Secretaries, elected leaders, and National Government Admini...

From the streets to the Supreme Court: How Raila Odinga made justice his battlefield
Carolyne Kubwa  |  Oct 15, 2025

Raila Odinga’s relentless pursuit of electoral justice turned Kenya’s courts into the frontline of democracy and left a legacy that transcends politic...

Key dates in Raila Odinga's political journey
Charity Pancras  |  Oct 15, 2025

National Assembly to hold special sitting Thursday to honour Raila Odinga, MPs urged to wear black
Lucy Mumbi  |  Oct 15, 2025

Speaker Moses Wetang’ula said the sittings will provide Members of Parliament an opportunity to honour the life and legacy of the veteran opposition l...

Cardiac arrest explained: The 'silent killer' reportedly behind Raila Odinga's death
Charity Kilei  |  Oct 15, 2025

Cardiac arrest occurs when the heart suddenly stops beating effectively, causing blood flow to the brain and other vital organs to cease. It is a medi...

The Flame of Freedom: Raila Odinga's memoir of pain and sacrifice
Barack Oduor  |  Oct 15, 2025

The most heartbreaking chapters of Odinga's memoir are about his detention and suffering from electoral defeats.

What President Ruto announced ahead of Raila Odinga's burial
Charity Pancras  |  Oct 15, 2025

A funeral committee, co-chaired by Deputy President Kithure Kindiki and Siaya Senator Oburu Oginga, has been formed to coordinate the burial arrangeme...

ODM hails Raila Odinga as towering statesman, vows to continue his fight for justice and democracy
Lucy Mumbi  |  Oct 15, 2025

Party Secretary General Edwin Sifuna said, despite the loss, the movement will continue to champion the values and democratic ideals Odinga fought for...

Raila Odinga's love for Gor Mahia and Arsenal: The statesman who lived, breathed football
Erick Kariuki  |  Oct 15, 2025

From his animated football metaphors on the campaign trail, where he often cast himself as captain and striker, to his tangible support for clubs and...

Life and times of former Prime Minister Raila Odinga
Charity Pancras  |  Oct 15, 2025

Raila Odinga died of cardiac arrest on October 15, 2025, in India, aged 80.

Negotiating peace: Raila Odinga’s influence in Kenya and the region
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Oct 15, 2025

His approach combines negotiation, strategic alliances, and public diplomacy, marking him as a key player in both domestic and regional peace initiati...

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