Raila Odinga Stories

Why Beryl was buried facing the gate at the Kang’o Ka Jaramogi home
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Dec 06, 2025

ODM leader and Siaya Senator Oburu Odinga, Beryl’s brother, addressed the questions surrounding the ceremony, explaining that the family’s decision re...

Drama at Beryl Odinga’s burial in Bondo as Ida confronts rowdy youth
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Dec 06, 2025

Ida Odinga stepped in to calm rowdy youth who disrupted the funeral of her sister-in-law, Beryl Odinga, in Kisumu, as family members urged respect dur...

Full implementation of NADCO report puts UDA–ODM pre-election alliance under pressure
Barack Oduor  |  Dec 04, 2025

UDA and ODM pre-election alliance faces new pressure as NADCO report implementation advances, amid Rigathi Gachagua’s claims of bad faith and analysts...

Google Kenya 2025 searches: Raila Odinga, Yoweri Museveni, Faith Kipyegon top list
Margaret Wanjiru  |  Dec 04, 2025

Google’s 2025 data shows Kenyans searching most for Raila Odinga’s death, evolving slang, star athletes and digital skills, revealing shifting interes...

Kenya Railways adds extra Nairobi–Mombasa trains for festive season rush
Lucy Mumbi  |  Dec 03, 2025

Kenya Railways will run additional Madaraka Express trains between Nairobi and Mombasa from December 8, 2025, to January 5, 2026, to ease festive-seas...

Saboti MP Caleb Amisi warns ODM may not survive 2027 after by-election struggles
Barack Oduor  |  Nov 28, 2025

MP Caleb Amisi explained that in the 2027 General Election, there will be no government machinery to help pro-government candidates win seats.

Raila Odinga's sister Beryl Achieng dies
Barack Oduor  |  Nov 25, 2025

Achieng’s passing comes just one month after the country laid to rest the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) leader, who died in India.

Why fight over ODM threatens party’s future, Odinga dynasty - analysts
Barack Oduor  |  Nov 22, 2025

A vicious rift has emerged within the ODM hierarchy, with tensions simmering between party leader Oburu Oginga and the family of his late brother, Rai...

I feared for my life due to planned attacks: Gachagua on why he skipped Raila’s State funeral
Lucy Mumbi  |  Nov 17, 2025

Gachagua alleged that certain individuals within the government had previously planned to assassinate him, adding that earlier attempts on his life ha...

SGR extension to Kisumu, Malaba set for January launch - Ruto
Lucy Mumbi  |  Nov 16, 2025

The project, aimed at boosting trade along the Northern Corridor, will pass through Narok, Bomet, Nyamira, Kisumu and Busia counties, with compensatio...

Oburu Oginga declares firm grip on ODM, promises to lead in Raila’s footsteps
Rachael Mutabasi  |  Nov 15, 2025

Winnie had publicly called for a National Delegates Convention (NDC) to decide the party’s strategic approach to the pact with President Ruto’s govern...

Why ODM should convene NDC meeting over broad-based pact with Ruto- Winnie Odinga
Rachael Mutabasi  |  Nov 15, 2025

She urged the party’s highest decision-making organ to intervene, asserting that the matter is too complicated for the current officials.

ODM at 20: Babu Owino warns of mass action over cost of living, questions new appointments
Rachael Mutabasi  |  Nov 15, 2025

Owino also used the national platform to issue a stern warning to the national government, promising a return to mass action if the economic situation...

ODM turns 20 amid deepening rift over the party's future, 'broad-based' deal
Barack Oduor  |  Nov 15, 2025

Differences in tone, thought, and political direction among party leaders have exposed a widening rift that could jeopardise ODM’s future.

Wanga thanks ODM for historic appointment, urges youth to power party’s future
Rachael Mutabasi  |  Nov 14, 2025

She addressed hundreds of young delegates in Mombasa on Friday during the second day of ODM at 20 celebrations, urging the youth to take up leadership...

Kenya Railways banks on property sales to settle Sh2.26 billion pension debt
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Nov 14, 2025

The Kenya Railways Staff Retirement Benefits Scheme was set up in 2006 after the restructuring of the corporation, inheriting liabilities of more than...

President Ruto’s ODM invitation sparks speculation of political realignment ahead of 2027
Barack Oduor  |  Nov 13, 2025

Former President Uhuru Kenyatta, former Vice President Kalonzo Musyoka, and former Assistant Minister Julia Ojiambo have also been invited.

Kenya downplays Museveni’s Indian Ocean entitlement remarks
Mwangi Maina  |  Nov 12, 2025

Foreign Affairs Principal Secretary Korir Sing'Oei said Nairobi trusts the Ugandan leader "understands matters of sovereignty and natural resources."

Kenya Railways hands over stalled Kibera project to State Department of Housing
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Nov 12, 2025

Managing Director Phillip Mainga informed the Parliamentary Committee on Implementation that Kenya Railways had reached an agreement with the State De...

Nairobi County Assembly pays emotional tribute to Raila’s enduring influence
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Nov 11, 2025

The special session, attended by leaders across party lines, was marked by emotional tributes celebrating Odinga’s immense contribution to democracy,...

Kenya to raise Sh390 billion bond for Naivasha–Malaba SGR extension
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Nov 08, 2025

This approach is part of a wider strategy to fund infrastructure projects through public-private partnerships and securitisation, amid growing concern...

Auditor General warns Kenya Railways’ Sh569 billion loan default could burden taxpayers
Lucy Mumbi  |  Nov 05, 2025

According to Auditor General Nancy Gathungu, the corporation is struggling to service the loan due to insufficient revenue generation and retention of...

Kisumu rail services to resume by December after 2024 flood damage
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Nov 04, 2025

The line had been severely damaged by heavy rains last year, causing widespread disruption in passenger travel and freight movement.

From India to Kasarani: The untold story of Raila Odinga’s final journey home
Lucy Mumbi  |  Nov 03, 2025

According to Oburu, the family had initially planned a brief period at either Lee Funeral Home or Jomo Kenyatta International Airport to prepare the b...

CJ Koome recalls defending Raila during detention, hails his legacy of justice and courage
Carolyne Kubwa  |  Nov 01, 2025

She noted that their paths crossed again in the 1990s during Kenya's pro-democracy movement, where they both participated in the push for constitution...

Ndolo accuses ODM leaders of self-interest in anniversary planning
Barack Oduor  |  Nov 01, 2025

MP Reuben Ndolo threatened to mobilise supporters to block the celebrations if the party failed to heed his call.

Makongeni Estate set for redevelopment under Ruto’s affordable housing plan
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Oct 31, 2025

Located near the Central Business District and key transport hubs, Makongeni sits on highly valuable land, drawing significant interest from developer...

Nairobi-Embakasi train service emerges as top-earning rail route
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Oct 30, 2025

The line generated Sh17.94 million in the first six months of the year, marking a 36.3 per cent increase from the previous year.

Petition filed to bar Nyeri Governor Mutahi Kahiga from office over alleged hate speech
Carolyne Kubwa  |  Oct 29, 2025

The petitioners are asking the court to suspend Governor Kahiga from performing his duties pending the outcome of the case, arguing that his continued...

Raila Odinga mastered the art of political compromise for the good of Kenya
The Conversation  |  Oct 28, 2025

Just before his death, some of his detractors had labelled him the ultimate betrayer for solidifying his relationship with President William Ruto. Odi...

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