Raila Odinga
KenyapoliticianMaleb. 19437.5Global Dominance: 0.00%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.
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The speaker praised former Prime Minister Raila Odinga for placing the country's interests ahead of personal political ambitions following the 2022 general election.
Wetang'ula urges Kenyans to reject tribal politicsKenya· 2026-06-20
Raila Odinga was undergoing routine treatment while maintaining light morning exercises at the villa where he was staying.
Raila's bodyguard recounts final moments during India walkKenya· 2026-06-03
Sifuna said, 'We have been together and supported Raila together and we will not be different.'
Opposition leaders fault govt over school safety failuresKenya· 2026-05-31
Fans made a celebratory pilgrimage to the grave of the late Kenyan opposition leader, Raila Odinga.
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United Kingdom· 2026-05-30
Raila Odinga is the ODM leader who signed a Memorandum of Understanding with President William Ruto.
Betrayal: Raila's promised 10-point agenda stalls as committee faltersKenya· 2026-03-08
Raila Odinga's death is the subject of the inter-state inquest that Governor Orengo is advocating for.
Why Governor Orengo is pushing for inter-state inquest into Raila Odinga's deathKenya· 2026-03-07
Raila Odinga was the late leader who participated in the talks with President William Ruto regarding the 10-Point Agenda.
Rights groups dismiss protest compensations plan as "political hoodwink"Kenya· 2026-03-07
The late Raila Odinga was involved in a political cooperation deal with President William Ruto.
ODM sets 2027 coalition terms as UDA rejects electoral zoning demandKenya· 2026-03-03
Wandayi noted that it would have been the late Raila Odinga’s wish for his team to continue working with the Kenya Kwanza government.
Wandayi: Early campaigns? Not meKenya· 2026-02-25
Ida's appointment is not seen as a reward for being Raila's widow.
Ida appointment to UNEP is not a reward for being Raila's widowKenya· 2026-02-25
Raila Odinga's fallout in FORD-Kenya in 1995 weakened the party and alienated key voting blocs.
History will repeat itself if the Opposition goes to 2027 elections dividedKenya· 2026-02-24
Raila Odinga is mentioned as a leader whose absence raises questions about succession in Kenya.
After Raila, can Sifuna lead restless Kenyans to Canaan?Kenya· 2026-02-23
Raila Odinga is a prominent political figure who has retained confidence in Edwin Sifuna despite political challenges.
Edwin Sifuna: The surging political firestorm that is hard to ignoreKenya· 2026-02-23
Raila Odinga is mentioned as a leader whose absence raises questions about succession in Kenya.
After Raila, can Sifuna lead restless Kenyans to long-promised land of milk and honey?Kenya· 2026-02-23
The crisis forced President William Ruto to join forces with then-opposition leader Raila Odinga.
Koskei to opposition: You built this government -now save itKenya· 2026-02-22
Mama Ida is the spouse of the late former Prime Minister Raila Odinga.
'Umetuuzia uoga na tukanunua', MPs amused by Mama Ida's purple CV bookletKenya· 2026-02-20
Raila Odinga was the opposition candidate in the 2022 presidential election against William Ruto.
2027 presidential poll will be a rematch between Ruto, UhuruKenya· 2026-02-20
Salah insisted his relationship was solely with Raila.
Cat and mouse game as Oketch Salah, Ruth Odinga trade jabsKenya· 2026-02-19
Raila Odinga is a former ODM leader who had political vigour according to Gladys Wanga.
Wanga: Shun Sifuna and his team, they want to take us to oppositionKenya· 2026-02-19Sifuna invoked the legacy of the late ODM founder Raila Odinga during his speech.
Chaos in Kitengela as police lob teargas to disperse Sifuna-led ODM rallyKenya· 2026-02-15Raila Odinga is mentioned as the late leader whose position Kalonzo Musyoka is set to succeed.
Opposition headed for retreat to agree on candidate to face RutoKenya· 2026-02-14
Raila Odinga’s eventual death would radically rattle and change the political equation.
Power, pact and betrayal: Winnie, Aunt Ruth and Uncle OburuKenya· 2026-02-14
William Ruto is appeasing the Odinga family in the political landscape of Kenya.
Ruto appeases Odinga family in scramble to retain presidency come 2027Kenya· 2026-02-13
Raila Odinga was banking on a chaotic party to heighten his stakes in negotiations with Ruto.
Experts allege Ruto behind Sifuna's ousterKenya· 2026-02-12
Sifuna praised the late Raila Odinga for keeping the party united despite differences in opinion.
I am still the ODM secretary general, Sifuna saysKenya· 2026-02-12
Raila Odinga is referenced as the founder of ODM, with his widow Ida Odinga speaking about his legacy during a recent celebration.
Caleb Amisi challenges ODM ouster, files complaint with party registrarKenya· 2026-02-11
Raila Odinga is the late founder of ODM, and his legacy is referenced in the context of party unity.
ODM removes Sifuna as Secretary General, cites indisciplineKenya· 2026-02-11
Raila Odinga was the former Prime Minister and was involved in the protests where Agutu Boss was injured.
Protests victims long wait for compensation as court stalls processKenya· 2026-02-11
Wiper leader Kalonzo Musyoka appointed Azimio party leader, replacing the late Raila Odinga.
Oburu slams Uhuru over Azimio reshuffleKenya· 2026-02-11
Raila guided ODM to become one of Kenya’s leading parties, influencing the nation’s leadership trajectory.
How ODM can boost its value in UDA coalition talksKenya· 2026-02-11