former Prime Minister Raila Odinga Stories

Live blog: President Ruto leads Kenyans in viewing body of the late Raila Odinga

Dennis Tarus | Oct 16, 2025

President William Ruto and former President Uhuru Kenyatta join the family of the late Prime Minister Raila Odinga at the Kasarani Stadium in viewing...

Parliament opens doors for Kenyans to view Raila Odinga’s body on Thursday

Lucy Mumbi | Oct 15, 2025

While Odinga had stated in his will that he wished to be buried within 72 hours of his death, Kindiki explained that slight adjustments had been made...

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...

Political parties lobby back Raila's call for national dialogue to calm protests

Barack Oduor | Jul 11, 2025

Political Parties Liason Committee Vice Chairperson Christopher Kilonzo christened their proposal as the birth of a new national moment aimed at endin...

Once Ruto's ardent critic, Raila's ODM Party now his great supporter

Barack Oduor | Aug 10, 2024

Ruto secure's Algeria's support for Raila Odinga's AUC chair bid

Bashir Mohammed | Jun 15, 2024

President William Ruto secured support during the 50th G7 Summit in Apulia, Italy, following discussions with Algerian President Abdelmadjid Tebboune.