Raila Odinga tributes Stories

ODM to hold 20th anniversary celebrations in November as tribute to Raila - Governor Abdulswamad
Lucy Mumbi  |  Oct 21, 2025

He emphasised that the anniversary would celebrate both the party’s milestone and the late leader’s enduring legacy.

Mashujaa Day celebrations in Kitui to proceed as planned as nation mourns Raila Odinga
Lucy Mumbi  |  Oct 19, 2025

Government Spokesperson Isaac Mwaura urged Kenyans to turn up in large numbers, saying the day will also serve as a tribute to the fallen statesman.

Live blog: Raila Odinga interred, honoured with 17-gun salute
Dennis Tarus  |  Oct 19, 2025

President William Ruto will lead Kenyans, Raila's family and dignitaries for the ceremony, which will take place, starting with an interment service a...

Emotional scenes at Mamboleo grounds as Kisumu bids goodbye to Raila Odinga
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Oct 18, 2025

The crowd, waving Kenyan flags and holding white handkerchiefs and twigs, erupted into tears and song as the military aircraft carrying Raila’s remain...

The significance of twigs which have become a symbol of national mourning for Raila Odinga
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Oct 18, 2025

In Luo tradition, twigs—known as yien—serve as powerful symbols of protection and continuity.

Raila Odinga’s last journey as body airlifted to Kisumu aboard military aircraft for final send-off
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Oct 18, 2025

Escorted by Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) personnel and clergy, the casket was transferred from the hearse to a military wheel carrier before being loade...

Barack Obama hails Raila Odinga as a champion of democracy in heartfelt tribute
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Oct 18, 2025

Obama also recognised Raila’s wider influence, emphasising that his life served as a model not only for Kenyans but for people across Africa and the w...

‘Serving Jakom was a privilege and an education in leadership’ - Raila's bodyguard Maurice Ogeta
Maurice Ogeta  |  Oct 17, 2025

"From the opportunity you entrusted to me as your Personal Aide for close to 18 years, I confess I know no other human being on the African continent...

Raila Jr: ‘Dad was my hero, thank you for your name and your love’
Raila Junior  |  Oct 17, 2025

"Dad, I want to assure you that I will take care of our family — Mum, Rosie, Winnie — and the larger political family you have left behind. Ero kamano...

Uhuru Kenyatta remembers Raila in touching tribute
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Oct 17, 2025

Uhuru recounted how he and Raila often spent quiet evenings discussing the country’s challenges and imagining the conversations of Kenya’s founding fa...

African leaders gather at Nyayo Stadium to bid farewell to Raila Odinga
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Oct 17, 2025

The ceremony marks the culmination of national mourning for Raila, whose political journey spanned decades of public service, reform, and opposition l...

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...

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...

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.

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...

'I am very sorry': Ida Odinga unable to address surging crowd outside Karen home
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Oct 15, 2025

Inside the Karen compound, the Odinga family appeared visibly moved as they received condolences from an immense number of people.

AU, IGAD lead Africa in mourning former Prime Minister Raila Odinga
Bashir Mbuthia  |  Oct 15, 2025

African Union Commission (AUC) Chairperson Mahmoud Ali Youssouf described Odinga as a towering figure in Kenyan politics and a continental leader who...

Thousands gather in Kisumu, Karen to mourn former Prime Minister Raila Odinga
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Oct 15, 2025

Odinga, aged 80, suffered a cardiac arrest during a morning walk on Wednesday in India. Reports indicate he collapsed at Sreedhareeyam Ayurvedic Eye H...

President William Ruto leads World in paying tribute to Raila Odinga
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Oct 15, 2025

Raila Odinga became active in political opposition during Kenya’s era of one-party rule and was imprisoned without trial for six years, 1982-1988, on...

Enigma: The enduring legacy of Raila Odinga
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Oct 15, 2025

Throughout his life, he championed constitutional reforms, multiparty democracy, and social justice, leaving an indelible mark on Kenya and the contin...

President Ruto, Koome, Raila lead tributes as gender equality icon Phoebe Asiyo dies at 93
Lucy Mumbi  |  Jul 17, 2025

Leaders from across the country continue to pay tribute, honouring Phoebe Asiyo as a national heroine who helped shape Kenya’s political landscape and...

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