Kenya and the world were thrown into mourning on Wednesday, October 15, following the death of former Prime Minister Raila Odinga in India. The veteran opposition leader, aged 80, passed away at Devamatha Hospital in Koothattukulam, Kerala, after collapsing during a morning walk. According to reports, Odinga was on a routine walk at an Ayurvedic […]
The Government of Kenya has declared Friday, October 17, 2025, a public holiday in honor of the late former Prime Minister Raila Amollo Odinga. The announcement was made through a special issue of The Kenya Gazette, published on October 16, 2025, under Gazette Notice No. 15007. According to the notice signed by Interior Cabinet Secretary […]
President William Ruto has announced the passing of Kenya’s former Prime Minister and veteran opposition leader, Raila Amolo Odinga, describing him as “one of Africa’s greatest sons.” In a statement from State House, Nairobi, on Wednesday, October 15, President Ruto said it was with “deep sorrow” that he informed the nation of Raila’s death, noting […]