The incident has caused pain and anger, as mourners seek the blood of the police officer who fired the shot The local police confirmed the shooting, but claimed that the woman was shot to disperse the mourners who were allegedly misbehaving. They assured the public that justice will be done for the mother of two…
Military personnels moving the body of the late former Prime Minister Raila Odinga during his state funeral service at Nyayo National Stadium Nairobi on October 17th 2025. [Collins Oduor, Standard] President William Ruto declared a state funeral for former Prime Minister Raila Odinga, the highest honour the nation can accord a…
On Saturday, October 18, Kenyan newspapers covered the last phase of prime minister Raila Odinga as thousands of Kenyans paid their respects to him. Daily newspapers reported how his long-time bodyguard, Maurice Oget, wrote an emotional memoir to his boss. Top news in Kenyan newspapers on Saturday, October 18. Photo/screen: DN, Star, The Standard and…
Kenya Police have been dealt a massive blow in their quest to qualify for the group stages of the 2025/2026 CAF Champions League after being humbled by Al Hilal at Ulinzi Sports Complex. Kenya Police’s hopes of reaching the CAF Champions League group stage for the first time in their history suffered a major setback…
Raila Odinga’s body to arrive at Kenyatta International Stadium in Kisumu by 8am for viewing, public to start arriving at 7am. [File, Standard] The body of the late ODM leader and former Prime Minister Raila Odinga will be flown directly to the Jomo Kenyatta International Stadium in Kisumu for public viewing before being transported to…
The sixth edition of the Waziri 1x Cup is set to kick off in Webuye on October 18 and 19. The 2025 Waziri 1xCup was launched at Glamour Hotel in Webuye Town on Wednesday, setting the tone for a season that promises competitive football, community impact, and increased visibility for local talent. The event brought…
Siaya County Governor’s wife Betty Orengo couldn’t hold back her emotions while talking about her last conversation with Raila Odinga Betty spoke to journalists for the first time amid rumors that her husband, governor James Orengo was not well A visibly broken Orengo was seen at the Kasarani playground during the viewing of Raila’s body…
It was Raila Amolo Odinga’s wish to be buried next to his mother, a request that will be honored Before his funeral, a video showing the location of Raila’s father’s funeral surfaced and went viral on social media Kenyans expressed different opinions after watching the video, sharing their views in the comments section of the…
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…