Mama Ida Odinga
Mama Ida Odinga is a prominent Kenyan politician and activist, recognized for her commitment to women's rights and social justice. As the wife of former Prime Minister Raila Odinga, she has played a significant role in advocating for gender equality and the empowerment of marginalized communities. Recently, she joined Mama Rachel Ruto in a public appearance during International Women's Day, where they called for unity among women and emphasized the need for collective action against gender-based violence and harm.
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Mama Ida Odinga appeared before the Defence, Intelligence and Foreign Relations Committee for vetting as the UNEP Ambassador.
'Umetuuzia uoga na tukanunua', MPs amused by Mama Ida's purple CV booklet
Kenya· 2026-02-20
Mama Ida Odinga is Raila Odinga's widow, whom Salah respected during the debate.
Oketch Salah fires back after Winnie Odinga interviewKenya· 2026-01-28
Mama Ida Odinga is Raila Odinga's widow, whom Oketch Salah respected during the debate.
Dispute as Winnie Odinga, Oketch Salah differ on Baba's final momentsKenya· 2026-01-28Mama Ida Odinga has been nominated as Kenya’s Ambassador and Permanent Representative to the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP).
Ruto nominates Mama Ida Odinga as Kenya's UNEP ambassadorKenya· 2026-01-23
Mama Ida Odinga, widow of former ODM leader Raila Odinga, is reportedly pulling strings behind the scenes to support her daughter Winnie Odinga and other outspoken leaders advocating for an orderly party transition.
How Mama Ida is quietly shaping ODM successionKenya· 2025-11-19Mama Ida Odinga was approached for a photo opportunity during her mourning period.
Someone please bring back shame and moral sensitivityKenya· 2025-11-11
Mama Ida Odinga is seen as a potential running mate for President Ruto and is described as a beacon of Luo politics.
Ruto will bag Luo votes if he picks Mama Ida as a running-mateKenya· 2025-11-04
Mama Ida Odinga led the family in receiving condolences for Raila Odinga.
Had Raila been power hungry, Kenya would be a battlefieldKenya· 2025-10-27
Mama Ida Odinga led the family in receiving condolences from visitors at Raila Odinga's burial site.
Africa needs to change strategy in today's multipolar worldKenya· 2025-10-27Mama Ida Odinga led the family in receiving condolences at Raila Odinga’s burial site.
Why it is hard to differentiate between CBE and 8-4-4 systemKenya· 2025-10-27
Mama Ida Odinga led the family during the visit of mourners at Raila Odinga's grave.
Mourners continue flocking to Raila's grave, a week laterKenya· 2025-10-27Mama Ida Odinga led the family in receiving condolences from visitors after Raila Odinga's burial.
ODM vows to remain in broad-based government, honour Raila's legacyKenya· 2025-10-27
Mama Ida Odinga led the family in receiving condolences from visitors.
Kenya to tackle water scarcity and climate-driven conflictsKenya· 2025-10-27
Mama Ida Odinga led the family of Raila Odinga in receiving condolences from visitors.
How lack of collateral hinders banks from funding small businessesKenya· 2025-10-27
Mama Ida Odinga led the family in receiving condolences for Raila Odinga.
Petitioner warns millions could lose land under new Rating ActKenya· 2025-10-27
Mama Ida Odinga is the family member of Raila Odinga who received condolences from visitors.
Candidate gives birth as missing papers disrupt exams in Trans NzoiaKenya· 2025-10-27
Mama Ida Odinga led the family in receiving condolences from visitors.
Senior Lawyer allowed to join Sh1.1bn education scandal case after three attemptsKenya· 2025-10-27
Mama Ida Odinga received the delegation from Kisii and Nyamira counties at her home.
Matiang'i urges leaders to emulate Raila by rejecting tribalism, divisive politicsKenya· 2025-10-27
Mama Ida Odinga was symbolically cleansed through the ritual.
Inside the Luo burial rituals as Raila Odinga Jr named family head
Tanzania· 2025-10-24
Mama Ida Odinga was present during the burial service of her late husband Raila Odinga.
'He gave us Easter in August': Light moments as Odinga family eulogises RailaKenya· 2025-10-20
The article extends condolences to Raila’s wife, Mama Ida Odinga, during this period of mourning.
Kenyans in London mourn eulogise Raila Odinga as a towering statesmanKenya· 2025-10-19
Mama Ida Odinga made a speech during the final state funeral ceremony of her husband, former Prime Minister Raila Odinga.
End of an era: Lights dim as Raila Odinga buried (Photos)Kenya· 2025-10-19
Mama Ida received her husband's iconic hat from their daughter, Winnie, in a moment of shared grief.
Yaani Baba is gone? Grappling with loss of Raila OdingaKenya· 2025-10-17
Mama Ida Odinga is mentioned as the family member of Raila Odinga to whom condolences were offered.
Western leaders, locals hail Raila as Kenya's most selfless democratKenya· 2025-10-16
Mama Ida Odinga is part of the delegation bringing back the remains of Raila Odinga.
MPs to pay tribute to Raila led by Speaker Wetang'ulaKenya· 2025-10-15
Mama Ida Odinga was condoned with by Ruto and the government officials at their home.
Ruto mourns Raila as a giant of democracy in KenyaKenya· 2025-10-15
Mama Ida Odinga emphasized the need for collective empowerment and calling for action against all forms of harm toward women.
Ida and Rachel hold first meeting a day after UDA-ODM pactKenya· 2025-03-08