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 | 55 | 5.73 | 4.25% | +120% | 53,771,296 | 5,031,962 | $106,000 | 9,920$ |
| South Africa | 1 | 4.00 | 0.41% | +0% | 59,308,690 | 244,069 | $350,000 | 1,440$ |
| Totals | 56 | 113,079,986 | 5,276,031 | $456,000 | 11,360$ |
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Each country's color is based on "Mentions" from the table above.
Recent Mentions
Kenya:
Traditionally, this has been Raila Odinga’s stronghold.
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Kenya:
Raila Odinga is described as a notoriously shameless turncoat.
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Kenya:
Raila Odinga is mentioned as a notable alumnus of the University of Nairobi.
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Kenya:
Uhuru’s first term selectively marginalised Raila Odinga’s bases in Nyanza and at the Coast.
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Kenya:
Dalmas Otieno had no time for his son Raila.
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Kenya:
Raila Odinga moved to court seeking to stop the sale of KPC.
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Kenya:
Makau Mutua credited Raila Odinga for setting aside political rivalry to safeguard national peace.
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Kenya:
Raila Odinga was falsely projected as the winner in past elections according to Kawaya.
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Kenya:
Raila Odinga is mentioned as part of the pre-and post-independence generation of leaders.
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Kenya:
Former Prime Minister Raila Odinga’s Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) plans to hold its 20th anniversary in Mombasa.
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