- - The congestion began at around 6pm, bringing traffic on the busy road to a standstill.
- - Raila is expected to be buried in a private ceremony beside his father's grave.
- - The government also confirmed the postponement of Energy Week and Media Breakfast.
- - The viewing began at 5 pm, with Raila's immediate family allowed to view the body first.
- - These companies would no longer be authorized to operate or provide services.
- - The car was found in a remote area in the village.
- - Raila is set to be buried on Sunday, October 18.
- - Ruth also recalled beefing with the former Prime Minister over the construction of a museum at their home.
- - Siaya is among regions to experience morning rains and afternoon showers over the next four days.
- - Gachagua missed Raila Odinga's State Funeral at Nyayo Stadium, sparking mixed reactions from Kenyans.
- - Wajackoyah also narrated his last conversation with Raila.
- - Thousands of mourners have flocked to the Mamboleo Showground to view Raila’s body.
- - The final ceremony will begin with an interment service at Jaramogi Oginga Odinga University from 9 am until 1 pm.
- - Just like what the country witnessed in Nairobi on Thursday and Friday and in Kisumu on Saturday, Bondo turned into a sea of humanity.
- - Raila Odinga has been accorded honours previously reserved only for former heads of state.
- - The usual processions, overnight vigils, and lavish spending have been replaced by a calm, tightly coordinated service.
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- - The 80 bulls, a show of respect and appreciation for his legacy, represent the age of the veteran leader.
- - 'The day was not about politics, alliances, or rivalries. It was about Kenya coming together to honour a towering figure in our history.'
- - “Jamaica Farewell”, one of Odinga's favourite songs, was played softly through the speakers, moving many to tears.
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- - Mr Hussein Khalid, the Chief Executive Director of Vocal Africa, said the number of cases could rise.
- - At Nyayo, the chants were louder and the grief more personal.
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- - Tearful scenes were witnessed across the country as top leaders broke down upon receiving the news of the
- - Namba Nane rapper Henry Ohanga, alias Octopizzo, has announced the passing of his manager and close friend Ongaya
- - Tanzanian gospel singer Goodluck Gozbert has shared a unique story of how he first came to know the
- - The People’s Liberation Party (PLP) leader, Martha Karua, has reacted sharply after reports emerged that Tanzanian authorities blocked
- - More than 100 bulls were traditionally presented by mourners drawn from different communities to the late Raila Odinga’s
- - A Nairobi TikToker using the username @ka-wanjiku has wowed Kenyans after tattooing a black portrait of the late
- - Homa Bay Town MP Peter Kaluma has paid an emotional tribute to the late former Prime Minister Raila
- - Just a moment...
- - Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua is used to sharing poems and love letters with romantic words such as
- - Comedian and media personality Oga Obinna has come to claim that there is a well-orchestrated scheme to harm
- - The government has announced that the Mashujaa Day celebrations will go on as planned on Monday, October 20,
- - As the nation prepares to lay the late former Prime Minister Raila Amollo Odinga to rest on Sunday,
- - Raila is expected to be laid to rest today at his Opoda Farm in Bondo.
- - Procession from Opoda's Farm begins
- - Some of the brakes on the bus and its trailer were also found not functioning properly.
- - Service venue Jaramogi Oginga Odinga University is parked to capacity
- - The family members, church leaders, and top military personnel are ready for the procession
- - Obinna urged the police and DCI to bolster security and investigate the allegations
- - Military officers from the three formations—are all set for the procession
- - Sunday, October 19, 2025
- - Government Spokesman Mwaura said the national celebration would go on in full honour of Kenya’s heroes, heroines
- - The 2027 race has been reset. The game board has changed, and the king’s most valuable piece has fallen
- - Raila believed justice, equity and national cohesion were too noble to be entrusted to leaders
- - The former Prime Minister was a giant who made huge sacrifices for the common good
- - Kenyans had taken to social media to slam former deputy president Rigathi Gachagua for skipping ODM leader Raila Amollo Odinga's state…
- - Jairo Lamenya, a 52-year-old Raila Odinga supporter from Vihiga County has been sleeping on the street for three days to mourn the former…
- - Tensions flared at the Kenya–Tanzania border as Kenyans freed CHADEMA’s John Heche, arrested en route to Raila Odinga’s burial, sparking…
- - Former deputy president threw a lavish party for his wife, Dorcas Rigathi, for her 60th birthday. The politician recalled how his family…
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- - Raila Odinga's body was transported to Kisumu and then Bondo. His son, Junior was captured being comforted by the leader's bodyguard,…
- - Nairobi senatorial aspirant Johanes Bolo was involved a grisly road accident on his way to Raila Odinga’s burial. He thanked God for…
- - The Luo community has its unique traditions that it has observed for decades when it comes to mourning a departed elder, although some…
- - Artist Collins Omondi expressed frustration over the misuse of his artwork depicting Raila Odinga, calling for proper credit and support…
- - MP Peter Salasya lashed out at Senator Edwin Sifuna after a media snub, sparking a fiery exchange that reignited their long-standing…
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- - Odinga died on Wednesday in India, and his remains were repatriated to Nairobi on Thursday, arriving at Jomo Kenyatta International…
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- - KISUMU, Kenya, Oct 18 – Emergency response teams led by Hazron Omollo managed a large-scale medical operation following the public viewing…
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- - Two decades after his father, a GSU officer, was gunned down and branded a criminal by the state he served, Samuel Chemorei stood in…
- - Principal Secretary for Interior, Raymond Omollo, made the announcement at the stadium while addressing the press.
- - Medical teams are stretched thin, struggling to attend to the growing number of people fainting in the heat and emotional turmoil.
- - Those of us who walked with him through the second liberation years know how costly that discipline can be: jail cells, exile, legal…
- - Mwige said Odinga’s contribution to Kenya transcended politics, shaping the nation’s history, governance, and long-term development…
- - A tearful Kisumu stood still as Raila Odinga’s body arrived for final viewing, with thousands lining the streets to honour the late…
- - Ex-US President Barack Obama has eulogised Raila Odinga as a true champion of democracy and freedom, praising his selfless service to…
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- 18 Oct 2025 - As the nation prepares to lay the late former Prime Minister Raila Amollo Odinga to rest on Sunday,
- 18 Oct 2025 - Late former Prime Minister Raila Odinga’s younger sister and Kisumu Woman Representative, Ruth Odinga, has shared an emotional
- 18 Oct 2025 - A grieving mother is demanding justice after her son, Jidah Burka, was shot dead during the public viewing
- 18 Oct 2025 - Comedian and content creator YY has called on Kenyan artistes to set aside their differences and come together
- 19 Oct 2025 - The world 1500m bronze medallist has reflected on how Faith Kipyegon's fearless Breaking4 attempt inspired her to embrace risk and race without fear of failure.
- 19 Oct 2025 - Since his debut in 2008, Mieno continues to feature at the highest level in Kenya.
- 19 Oct 2025 - It was a decent weekend for Kenyan players based in England at the weekend, including Bristol City's Zak Vyner and on-loan Everton star Tyler Onyango.
- 19 Oct 2025 - Kenyans will make their final push for medals at the 2026 Africa Aquatics Zone Three Swimming Championship that ends today at Kasarani Aquatic Stadium.
- 19 Oct 2025 - Raila Odinga's fingerprints on Kenyan sports are indelible and will live long in the memory following his demise. Here are seven ways he shaped sports in the country.
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- 19 Oct 2025 - The cost of electricity will go up for the second month in a row in October as Kenya increases reliance on power generated from thermal power plants
- 19 Oct 2025 - James Odongo, the CEO of the Kenya Extended Producer Responsibility Organisation (Kepro), likes to think of himself as a handyman.
- 19 Oct 2025 - At least Sh3.2 billion had already been sunk into the works before they stalled.
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