Raila Odinga
Raila Odinga is a prominent Kenyan opposition leader and political figure, known for his long-standing struggle for democracy in Kenya. Born on January 7, 1945, he has been a key player in the country's politics for decades, having run for the presidency multiple times. A former Prime Minister, Odinga's advocacy for multi-party democracy in the 1980s led to his imprisonment and subsequent exile. He has garnered significant support from various African leaders and is currently a candidate for the presidency of the African Union Commission, where he aims to address pressing regional conflicts.
Born on Jan 01, 1943 (82 years old)
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Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kenya | 98 | 5.78 | 4.89% | +80% | 53,771,296 | 4,730,801 | $106,000 | 9,326$ |
| United States | 1 | 7.00 | 0.02% | +0% | 331,002,651 | 74,199 | $21,000,000 | 4,707$ |
| Tanzania | 1 | 5.00 | 0.17% | +0% | 59,734,213 | 103,705 | $63,000 | 109$ |
| Totals | 100 | 444,508,160 | 4,908,705 | $21,169,000 | 14,142$ |
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Each country's color is based on "Mentions" from the table above.
Recent Mentions
Kenya:
Raila Odinga was a significant political figure in the 1980s.
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Kenya:
Raila Odinga moved to quell tensions within his party, the ODM.
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Kenya:
Former Prime Minister Raila Odinga is noted for his role in bringing the country together.
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Kenya:
Raila Odinga recently reignited the debate on the legality of the Fund by declaring it 'unconstitutional' and accused the MPs of failing to allow resources to reach the counties.
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Kenya:
Raila Odinga is mentioned as the leader of the ODM party that is keeping the government alive.
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Kenya:
Raila Odinga is referenced as a loyal statesman and a figure who has set aside personal interests for the good of the nation.
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Kenya:
The CS told residents to support former Prime Minister Raila Odinga and President Ruto.
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Kenya:
Raila Odinga was mentioned as being embarrassed by Governor Orengo's actions during a difficult time.
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Kenya:
The same old political faces – now led by the Ruto – Raila brothers - continue to retail their worn out rhetoric of unity and development.
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Kenya:
Raila Odinga is the leader of the Orange Democratic Movement, which Koech joined after defecting from the government.
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