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Raila Odinga’s Bondo grave construction enters final phase
The construction began on Thursday, October 16, marking a crucial stage in the farewell events that have drawn thousands of mourners from across the country.
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Ida Odinga appeals for calm as family prepares for Raila’s burial in Bondo
Addressing the media at her Opoda Farm residence in Bondo on Saturday, Ida said the mourning period should be marked with order and respect, describing it as a time to honour Raila’s memory through unity and re...
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Raila’s last night at home: Body to be flown to Bondo for vigil
Interior Principal Secretary Raymond Omollo announced that the late leader’s body will be airlifted instead of transported by road, a change made to ensure a smooth, secure, and well-coordinated transfer from K...
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Overwhelmed medics as mourners faint during Raila’s viewing in Kisumu
Despite the turmoil, thousands endured the congestion and intense heat to pay their final respects. Many were overcome with emotion, chanting Raila’s name and waving branches as they edged toward the viewing te...
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Governor Orengo: I never imagined a day without Jakom (Raila)
Orengo said he never imagined a time would come when the country would bid farewell to a man who dedicated his life to justice, freedom, and the fight for democracy.
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Military march in Mamboleo marks Raila’s last homecoming
The journey was carried out by a Kenya Air Force Leonardo C-27J Spartan with the call sign ENIGMA01 — a fitting reference to the man often described as Kenya’s “political enigma.”
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Crowds weep and sing as Raila’s body arrives at Mamboleo Stadium
Military helicopters had hovered over the venue earlier in the morning as part of an elaborate security drill ahead of the airlift and ceremony. Despite heavy rainfall overnight, hundreds gathered at Kisumu Int...
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Security on full alert at Kisumu Stadium ahead of Raila’s public viewing
Multiple security checkpoints have been mounted at every entry and exit, where attendees are being frisked, and vehicles inspected before gaining access. Those without accreditation are being turned away from r...
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A city in mourning: Raila’s body lands in Kisumu amid tight security
The aircraft, coded ENIGMA01, touched down at 7:20 am amid heightened security and solemn silence from thousands of mourners who had gathered to witness the historic moment.
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Raila’s final journey: Body leaves Nairobi for Kisumu under tight military escort
Kenya Defence Forces officers and clergy accompanied the brief but solemn transfer as part of the state honours accorded to the late opposition leader. The aircraft took off from Nairobi at 6 a.m., headed to Ki...
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Obama pays tribute to Raila, hails his dedication to democracy
Obama, whose paternal roots trace back to Kenya’s Luo community, the same ethnic group as Raila, highlighted that the late leader’s influence extended beyond national borders.
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Two dead in Nyayo Stadium stampede during Raila Odinga public viewing
The organisation added that an additional 40 patients had been treated through ambulance services on Thursday.