Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) Secretary General Edwin Sifuna visited the Odinga family home to pay his respects to Mama Dr. Ida Odinga following the passing of her husband, Raila Amolo Odinga, who died on 15th October 2025 at Devamatha Hospital in India. The visit was deeply emotional and offered an opportunity for reflection on the
Maurice Ogeta, the late Raila Odinga’s highly trained bodyguard, hosted visitors at his palatial home in Uyoma, Rarieda Constituency, on Monday, 15th. The visit was a gathering of family and friends who came to offer their condolences following the death of his former boss, the late Raila Odinga. Ogeta, who worked for Raila for more
Political Ringside became part of the national conversation as Kenyans tried to understand what Raila Odinga’s death means for the country. His passing on October 15, 2025, has created a moment of deep reflection and uncertainty. Odinga died in India after suffering a cardiac arrest while receiving treatment for long-term health problems that included diabetes,
Siaya Senator Oburu Odinga has shed light on the reason behind the noticeable difference between the coffin that transported the late Raila Odinga’s body from India and the one displayed during the public viewing at Kasarani Stadium. Speaking in an exclusive television interview on Sunday, Oburu clarified that the switch was guided purely by cultural
Following Raila Odinga’s death, many Kenyans expected a moment of calm and unity. Instead, politics took center stage, with Gladys Wanga quickly stepping forward. As the ODM chairperson, she has been unusually active since Raila’s passing, addressing the media, attacking other leaders, and defending the party with a tone that many feel is misplaced during
Nyeri Governor Mutahi Kahiga has stepped down as the Vice Chairperson of the Council of Governors (CoG) following strong public criticism over comments he made about the passing of former Prime Minister Raila Odinga. His resignation came just hours after the CoG, led by Wajir Governor Ahmed Abdullahi, convened an urgent meeting to discuss potential
The recent remarks by Nyeri Governor Mutahi Kahiga on the death of former Prime Minister Raila Odinga have thrown the country into anger and disbelief. His words, which many Kenyans found insulting and divisive, have not only drawn nationwide outrage but also triggered a strong reaction from his fellow county bosses. The Council of Governors
Vihiga Senator Godfrey Osotsi has shared that the late Raila Amollo Odinga was full of excitement and optimism about the upcoming 20th anniversary of the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM). In a recent interview, Osotsi, who also serves as the ODM Deputy Party Leader, said Raila had been deeply involved in the planning and discussions leading
In a powerful and poignant front page, The Standard newspaper on Monday, October 20, 2025, encapsulated the nation’s profound sense of loss following the burial of former Prime Minister Raila Odinga, leading with the simple yet resonant headline: “Our shujaa always.” The cover featured a moving aerial photograph of Odinga’s casket being lowered into his
Meet Elizabeth Tsavingirai, the stylish widow who turned heads at Raila’s funeral
During the burial of Kenya’s long-serving opposition leader, Raila Odinga, one unexpected guest captured the attention of many, both at the venue and online that is Elizabeth Tsvangirai, the widow of Zimbabwe’s late opposition leader, Morgan Tsvangirai. Her appearance at the high-profile funeral became one of the most talked-about moments of the day, sparking conversations