On Friday, October 2, 2026, Raila Odinga Junior joined Mombasa Governor Abdulswamad Nassir and other leaders to launch a month-long program honoring his late father, former Prime Minister Raila Odinga.This Mombasa event was part of nationwide candle-lighting ceremonies as ODM and Raila’s supporters began commemorating the first anniversary of his
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Raila Mausoleum in Bondo Nears October 7 Handover
The Raila Amolo Odinga Mausoleum at Kang’o ka Jaramogi in Bondo is nearly complete, reaching 98% status, and will officially be handed over to the State on Wednesday, October 7. This special occasion will feature a limited dedication ceremony led by President William Ruto.This mausoleum complex serves as the final
Raila Family Announces Bondo Candle-Lighting Ceremony
On Thursday, the family of former Prime Minister Raila Odinga announced a special candle-lighting ceremony to commemorate the month-long remembrance of the beloved opposition leader who passed away last year.The Raila Amolo Odinga Memorial National Steering Committee shared that Raila's widow, Ida Odinga, will lead supporters and Kenyans in lighting
Raila Odinga Mausoleum Construction Begins in Bondo
Defence Cabinet Secretary Soipan Tuya emphasized that constructing the Raila Amolo Odinga Mausoleum represents a national commitment to honoring the legacy of the late former Prime Minister and chronicling Kenya’s democratic journey for future generations.During the groundbreaking ceremony at Kang’o ka Jaramogi in Bondo, Siaya County, on July 20, 2026,
Househelp Vanishes with Gun and Cash in Kileleshwa
Detectives in Nairobi are investigating a shocking incident in which a househelp allegedly disappeared with her employer’s firearm, ammunition, and other valuables in Kileleshwa. According to a police report, the woman took advantage of her employer’s absence on Monday, November 3, 2025, to steal a portable safe from the bedroom wardrobe.
Gersthofen Youth Orchestra Honors Raila Odinga in Bondo
Arati asks Uhuru, Kalonzo and Ruto to Attend ODM @20 in Honour of Raila
Kisii Governor Hon. Simba Arati has come out asking for former members of the Orange Democratic Party (ODM) to attend the party's celebration of two decades, dubbed ODM @20, in honour of the party's departed leader Raila Odinga.Speaking in Bondo yesterday when he led Kisii County officials in paying their
Oburu Odinga Clarifies Gachagua Not Barred from Visiting Bondo
Acting Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) Party Leader Hon. Dr Oburu Odinga has dismissed claims that the party has banned former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua from visiting Bondo to mourn the late former Prime Minister Raila Odinga.This comes after a section of ODM leaders, led by Homa Bay Governor Gladys Wanga,
Ruto Posthumously Confers the Highest Honour of the Land to Raila
President William Ruto has posthumously conferred the late former Prime Minister Raila Amolo Odinga with the Chief of the Order of the Golden Heart of Kenya (C.G.H.), the highest honour awarded to a Kenyan citizen. The recognition, which represents the pinnacle of national accolades, came just less than a day since
Rev. Edward Limo Dies in US While Watching Raila’s Burial Proceedings From Kenya
Rev. Canon John Edward Limo, a well-known clergyman and a devoted admirer of the late former Prime Minister Raila Amolo Odinga, passed away on Sunday in the United States while watching Raila’s burial ceremony live on television. Family sources say Rev. Limo peacefully took his final breath just moments after