Raila, the selfless icon who sacrificed a lot for the country KNA4 October 16, 20250 As the country grapples with the tragic news of former Prime Minister Raila Odinga’s death, his absence on Kenya’s political scene will greatly be missed by many Kenyans. Foes a…
Kenya Police Alyn Mangeni (left) in action against Mogadishu City’s Hassan Adan during the 2025/2026 CAF Champions League campaign at Nyayo National Stadium, on September 20, 2025. [Jonah Onyango, Standard] Confusion surrounds Kenya Police chase for history in the CAF Champions League tie against Sudanese giants Al Hilal Omdurman following uncertainty over the…
Raila, the selfless icon who sacrificed a lot for the country KNA4 October 16, 20250 As the country grapples with the tragic news of former Prime Minister Raila Odinga’s death, his absence on Kenya’s political scene will greatly be missed by many Kenyans. Foes a…
Etienne Ndayiragije has said preparations are on track and the team is focused despite uncertainties surrounding Friday’s Al Hilal clash. Kenya Police FC coach Etienne Ndayiragije has expressed confidence in his side’s preparation ahead of their CAF Champions League second preliminary round matches against Sudan’s Al Hilal. Kenya Police FC started their campaign with a…
Deputy President Kithure Kindiki flanked by Suba North MP Millie Odhiambo Suba North Constituency and Dr. Wenwa Akinyi Odinga and other members of the former Prime Minister Raila Odinga state funeral committee address the nation on the ongoing preparations of the funeral of Raila Odinga. October 16, 2025.[Kanyiri Wahito,Standard] Mourners attending Raila’s State funeral at…
Swimmers in action during the 2025 Africa Aquatics Zone Three Swimming Championship at Kasarani Aquatic Stadium, Nairobi, on October 16, 2025. [Jonah Onyango, Standard] Kenyans had a good start despite facing stiff competition from their guests as this year’s Africa Aquatics Zone Three Swimming Championship got underway on Thursday at the Kasarani Aquatic…
Crowd escorting the remains of Hon. Raila Odinga along Mombasa road in Nairobi.[Wilbrforce Okwiri,Standard] The High Court on Thursday declined to stop the burial of former Prime Minister Raila Amolo Odinga, dismissing an urgent plea by a Luo elder who claimed the planned 72-hour interment violates cultural traditions. Justice Chacha Mwita ruled that the petitioner,…
Siaya County Assembly today held a special seating in honour of the former Prime Minister, Raila Odinga, with members hailing his unwavering commitment to the ideals of democracy. Led by Speaker George Okode and his deputy Oduor Odongo, speaker after speaker praised the Orange Democratic Movement leader for…
Burial site at Kang’o ka Jaramogi, where former Prime Minister Raila Odinga is to be laid to rest. [Michael Mute, Standard] For decades, the serene homestead Kang’o ka Jaramogi has welcomed visitor’s eager to have a glimpse of the resting place of Jaramogi Oginga Odinga, the nationalist whose name shaped Luo politics. But today, it…
Former Head of Public Service and Secretary to the Cabinet Francis Kimemia has eulogized former Prime Minister Raila Odinga as an astute leader who was able to separate his politics from his work as a professional government official. Kimemia shared fond memories of when former President Mwai Kibaki…
Mourners gather at the gate of Parliament ahead of Raila Odinga’s public viewing, which was initially planned for Parliament but moved to Kasarani Sports Complex following a crowd surge on October 16, 2025. [Elvis Ogina, Standard] The planned public viewing of Raila Odinga’s body at tha National Assembly has been moved from Parliament…
Deputy President Kithure Kindiki has launched a sharp attack on his predecessor Rigathi Gachagua, accusing him of intimidating Governors Anne Waiguru and Cecily Mbarire, In a strongly worded statement, Kindiki lauded the two governors as outstanding leaders who have brought honor to the country through their achievements in public service and politics. “Governors Anne Waiguru…
Machakos Governor Wavinya Ndeti has paid tribute to former Prime Minister Raila Odinga as a major advocate for devolution and democracy following his death on Wednesday after a short illness in India. Wavinya while speaking to the press at her office, said that Raila who was the Orange…
KQ flight carrying Raila Odinga’s remains arrives Jomo Kenyatta International Airport from India. [Stafford Ondego,Standard] A Kenya Airways flight carrying the remains of Raila Odinga has arrived at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA) from India at 9:30 a.m. The aircraft received a ceremonial water salute upon landing. President William Ruto is set to receive the…
The government has postponed the verification of NYOTA applications set for Friday, October 17, 2025, in all 290 constituencies. The move follows the sudden death of Kenya’s former Prime Minister, Raila Odinga, who passed away on Wednesday, October 15. In a statement, Principal Secretary Susan Mang’eni of the State Department for the Development of Micro,…