Kondele Businesses Shut Ahead of Raila’s Body Arrival
Residents have lined the streets since dawn, many dressed in party regalia and waving flags, while others sing liberation songs associated with Odinga’s political journey.
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Kenya holds state funeral for opposition leader Odinga
Kenya held a state funeral for revered opposition leader Raila Odinga in Nairobi on Friday, a day after security forces opened fire on huge mourning crowds.
Winnie Odinga Brings Home Raila’s White Hat, A Symbol, Memory and Legacy
For years, the white hat has been part of Raila’s visual identity, seen at rallies, church services and state events, making it instantly recognizable to supporters.
Public Viewing of Raila Odinga’s Body Moved to Kasarani as Crowds Overwhelm Original Plan
Officials say dignitaries will view first at Kasarani before doors open to the public, with all logistics now coordinated from the stadium.
Kenya opposition leader Raila Odinga’s body arrives in Nairobi
The body of revered Kenyan opposition leader Raila Odinga arrived in Nairobi on Thursday from India where he died of a suspected heart attack.
Ratiba ya Mazishi ya Raila Odinga
Maandalizi haya yanakusudia kuheshimu wosia wa Raila aliyeelekeza azikwe ndani ya saa 72 tangu kifo chake
Raila Odinga’s Funeral Programme: Public Viewing in Nairobi & Kisumu, Burial on Sunday
The programme seeks to honour Raila’s wish stated in his will, to be laid to rest within 72 hours of his death
Raila Odinga Will Be Accorded State Funeral With Complete Military Honors
As a mark of respect, the flag of Kenya will be flown at half-mast at State House, all Kenyan diplomatic missions, public buildings, and grounds, as well as at all military bases, posts, and stations, and on all naval vessels of the Republic of Kenya
President Ruto Declares 7 Days of Mourning Former Prime Minister Raila Odinga
During the period of mourning, the Kenyan flag will be flown at half-mast across the country and at all Kenyan diplomatic missions abroad.
‘Pan-Africanist, iconic African son’: African leaders mourn Raila Odinga
Messages of condolence continue to pour in from across Africa following the death of Kenya’s former Prime Minister Raila Amolo Odinga, a towering political figure whose legacy shaped Kenya’s democracy and inspired reform movements across the continent.
