Retired President Uhuru Kenyatta visited Raila Odinga’s Karen residence to mourn with his family following the prime minister’s sudden death The video that is now circulating on the internet captured when Uhuru burst into tears while hugging Raila’s widow, Mama Ida Odinga After exchanging words of comfort, the former head of state sent a powerful…
Former Prime Minister Raila Odinga’s body arrive at Nyayo National Stadium for State Funeral Service on October 17, 2025.[Boniface Okendo, Standard] If President William Ruto were to posthumously bestow the Order of the Golden Heart of Kenya (CGH) upon Raila Odinga, on December 12, 2025, the 61st celebration of Jamhuri, it…
Raila Odinga died after suffering a heart attack while in India, while his daughter Winnie witnessed his last moments After a period of mourning, his son Raila Odinga Junior mourned his father with a touching message he posted on the internet His emotional message touched many Kenyans as it involved memories of important moments in…
Beatrice Chebet is among four women nominated for the World Athlete of the Year Award and there are reasons why she should be crowned ahead of the other four. Kenyan track queen Beatrice Chebet is among athletes who received nominations for the World Athletics Athlete of the Year Awards for 2025. Chebet, alongside her friend…
A woman from Siaya, Joan Atieno, who has worked with Raila Odinga’s family for 25 years, broke down as she mourned the late ODM leader Atieno referred to Raila as a father, saying he was the first person he saw every morning and the last person he saw every evening His colleague, Boniface Odhiambo Oginga,…
This week, Kenyans were stunned to learn that their beloved icon, Raila Odinga, died in India, and mourning spread across the world. Renowned author and anthropologist Gabriel Oguda shared his last communication with Raila Odinga, before his death A man identified as Mworia from Meru County flashed his KCSE certificate, and it caused a stir…
Raila Odinga’s body arrived in Kenya on October 16, accompanied by Cabinet members and close political associates His elder brother, Oburu Oginga, had traveled to Bondo, where he went to share the funeral arrangements with the elders However, a video emerged showing him leading people in the village to the area where Raila’s brother will…
Kenya’s Keanna Knopp competes in the 13-14yrs Girls’ breaststroke category during the 10th Africa Aquatics Zone 3 Swimming Championship at Kasarani Aquatic Stadium. Oct 17, 2025. [Jonah Onyango, Standard] Kenyans continued to register impressive results on day two of the 2026 Africa Aquatics Zone Three Swimming Championship currently on at the Kasarani Aquatic…
Former prime minister Raila Odinga died on Wednesday, October 15, in India after a short illness Raila was involved in politics for more than four decades and gradually built his wealth, owning properties in Nairobi and other cities The ODM party leader revealed that his wealth was estimated at more than KSh 2 billion, having…
Wiper Patriotic Front Party Leader, Kalonzo Musyoka during the Young Generation Forum at Nairobi’s Ufungamano Hall on September 10, 2025. [ Jenipher Wachie, Standard] Opposition leaders used the state funeral of ex-Premier Raila Amolo Odinga to criticise the government and the funeral planning committee for sidelining them during the event. Wiper Party leader Kalonzo Musyoka expressed…
Oburu Oginga made mourners laugh during Raila Odinga’s national funeral after introducing his two wives while the camera focused on Wycliffe Oparanya at the time President William Ruto, Agriculture Minister Mutahi Kagwe and other politicians laughed out loud, while the Minister of Cooperatives, Oparanya, was seen smiling Oparanya’s reaction left Kenyans laughing, with many posting…
Barcelona boss Hansi Flick strongly denied reports of a disciplinary issue involving Lamine Yamal, reaffirming his authority over team decisions. FC Barcelona head coach Hansi Flick has vehemently dismissed recent reports of an alleged disciplinary issue involving star winger Lamine Yamal. Hansi Flick labelled the rumours as ‘garbage’ and reaffirmed his complete control over team…
Kenyans flocked to Nyayo Stadium early at 6:00 am for the memorial service of former prime minister Raila Odinga. President William Ruto and his predecessor, Uhuru Kenyatta, were among the main leaders who celebrated the emotional event Everything went smoothly until mourners were allowed to view the body and pay their last respects to the…
Raila Odinga’s last journey on earth would not be complete without his body being honored in parliament The body of the ODM leader lay in state at the Houses of Parliament on Friday morning, October 17, where dignitaries paid their last respects. President William Ruto noted that this phase was important for Raila to stay…
Kalonzo Musyoka offered heartfelt condolences to Raila Odinga, calling him his brother and praising him for his leadership and legacy He reflected on their long-term political partnership, including their partnership in the 2013, 2017 and 2022 elections. News of Raila’s death came as a surprise to Kalonzo, who had arrived in London but immediately returned…