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Africa Remix

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#Africa #Uganda #Kenya
President #Ruto and Uganda's President #Museveni alongside AUC Chairperson candidate #RailaOdinga attend the 4th edition of the Piny Luo Cultural Festival in Bondo, Siaya County.

January 2, 2025 at 10:43 AM

Netasgard News Kenya

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Raila Odinga — Kalonzo Musyoka says he will not attend October 15 memorial, accusing government of exploiting Raila Odinga's legacy. #Kalonzo #KalonzoMusyoka #RailaOdinga #News

Kalonzo Musyoka to Skip Raila Odinga Memorial Over State Hypocrisy Claims

Kalonzo Musyoka, leader of the Wiper Patriotic Front, has announced he will not attend the official October 15 memorial for former Prime Minister Raila Odinga in Bondo. The event is scheduled to take… · Photo : John Englart (Takver) · CC BY-SA · Flickr

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September 27, 2026 at 5:47 PM

Dr. Miguna Miguna

@migunamiguna.bsky.social

Tyrant Looter William Kipchirchir Ruto HERDING conman @RailaOdinga and his cowardly cows. #RutoMustGoNow

December 8, 2024 at 4:45 PM

Netasgard News Kenya

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Kenya — Odinga family rejects claims of election win, calls for respect during mourning #Kenya #RailaOdinga #News

Kenya's 2022 Election Dispute Intensifies with Family Rebuttal

Former Senator Gloria Orwoba defended Kenya’s 2022 presidential election outcome, stating Raila Odinga lost fairly. She witnessed the process closely and found no evidence to challenge William Ruto’s… · Photo : Resolute · CC BY-SA · Wikimedia

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September 24, 2026 at 6:36 AM

Dr. Ekuru Aukot

@eaukot.bsky.social

I told them in 2020, Raila won't make it to be president in 2022 . I also told Kenyans that Rt. Hon. Raila Odinga will not make it to be #AfricanUnion chairman. But Raila Odinga supporters threw insults. Welcome back home, Jakom. Stand with the people @thekenyatimes.com #AUCElections #RailaOdinga

February 15, 2025 at 4:59 PM

FRANCE 24 English

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🇰🇪 Kenyan President #Ruto has announced 7 days of national mourning and a state funeral for opposition leader #Odinga, who died Wednesday following a cardiac arrest while receiving medical treatment in India.

But who was #RailaOdinga? And what will he be remembered for? ⤵️

October 15, 2025 at 1:42 PM

EPOC | Actu Politique

@election-politique.com

🍼🪦 7 janvier - Un jour, une vie, un décès www.election-politique.com/election.php...

#7Janvier #January7 #RailaOdinga #MárioSoares

January 7, 2024 at 8:15 AM

blossomworks.bsky.social

@blossomworks.bsky.social

Today, we join the nation in mourning the passing of Rt. Hon. Raila Amolo Odinga, a visionary leader whose courage, resilience, and service shaped generations.

Rest in peace, Baba. 🕊️

#RailaOdinga #Baba #KenyaMourns #RestInPower #NationalUnity #LegacyOfLeadership

October 18, 2025 at 5:22 AM

Digital Construction Solutions

@digitalconstsol.bsky.social

You stood for truth, for hope, for change.
Your voice lives on beyond the range.
A hero, a leader — forever remembered.
Rest in power, Raila Amolo Odinga. 🕊️

#RailaOdinga #RestInPower #KenyaMourns #LegendLivesOn #Leadership #Peace #Unity #DCS #DigitalConstructionSolutions

October 15, 2025 at 1:36 PM

hirameveryday.bsky.social

@hirameveryday.bsky.social

Najib Balala| As a proud Kenyan, I believe it’s our duty to support one of our own, His Excellency Raila Odinga, in his bid for the African Union Chairperson. You deserve it, Best of luck @RailaOdinga #Raila4AUC #Raila4Africa

December 13, 2024 at 4:26 PM

Jeff

@jammaj.bsky.social

On today’s #DogShirtTV, Carol Tsang has questions about what the #President’s job is actually supposed to be, @benjaminwittes.lawfaremedia.org has thoughts about the legality of #DroneStrikes, and @hollybfletcher.bsky.social gives an obituary for former #Kenyan Prime Minister #RailaOdinga.

October 15, 2025 at 9:07 PM

NordAfrica

@tness16.bsky.social

Paul Simon Handy Directeur régional de l'Institut d'études de sécurité (ISS) pour l'Afrique de l'Est et représentant auprès de l’Union Africaine était l'invité du journal de l'Afrique pour décrypter.#Afrique #JournaldelAfrique #Unionafricaine #RailaOdinga #Djibouti #Diplomatie #RDCongo #M23 (2/3)

February 16, 2025 at 6:51 AM

Ken Aseka

@kenaseka.bsky.social

Kenya's Former Prime Minister Raila Odinga now says his party ODM will field a Presidential candidate in 2027, igniting speculation about him running against President William Ruto. ODM insists it will form the next govt. Raila is also eyeing African Union Commission Chair. #Raila4AUC #RailaOdinga

December 2, 2024 at 3:33 AM

Africa Confidential

@africa-confidential.com

President #WilliamRuto described #RailaOdinga as one of Africa’s ‘greatest sons’. Ruto, whose government relies on #Odinga’s ODM, will need to move quickly to secure #ODM’s continued support.

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Opposition colossus Odinga dies, leaving succession crisis

Millions mourn a man who lost five presidential elections but changed the country, campaigning for political freedoms and constitutional reform

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October 16, 2025 at 3:00 PM

inABLE

@inableorg.bsky.social

Today, Kenya marks Mashujaa Day as we honor those who shaped our nation. We remember Raila Amolo Odinga (1945–2025), a visionary leader who championed democracy, justice, and unity. His legacy reminds us that true leadership is service to others. 🇰🇪

#MashujaaDay #RailaOdinga #Kenya

A formal portrait of the Rt. Hon. Raila Amolo Odinga, a prominent Kenyan political figure, in a dark suit and patterned tie. He has a serious expression and is looking directly at the camera. The background is dark and blurred, with a hint of red and white, possibly representing the Kenyan flag, visible over his left shoulder. Text at the bottom reads: "Rt. Hon. Raila Amolo Odinga, E.G.H 1945 - 2025."

October 20, 2025 at 4:45 AM

tamamedia.bsky.social

@tamamedia.bsky.social

Comment la campagne stratégique du Djiboutien #MahamoudAli Youssouf lui a permis de l’emporter face au Kényan #RailaOdinga ? #UA
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Comment la campagne stratégique du Djiboutien Mahamoud Ali Youssouf lui a permis de l’emporter face au Kényan Raila Odinga ?

Le ministre des affaires étrangères djiboutien Mahamoud Ali Youssouf a été préféré à son principal concurrent, l’ancien Premier ministre kényan Raila Odinga. Son profil diplomatique et sa campagne adr...

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February 21, 2025 at 3:25 PM

Mania Africa 💎🌍

@mania.africa

Raila Odinga’s Defeat at the AUC Chairmanship Vote: A Turning Point for Kenyan Politics
Once hailed as a transformative leader in Kenyan politics, Odinga’s loss marks a significant shift.
#AUC #AUCElections #AU #RailaOdinga #News #Kenya #Politics #Africa #ManiaNews
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Raila Odinga’s Defeat at the AUC Chairmanship Vote: A Turning Point for Kenyan Politics - Mania News

In a stunning turn of events at the African Union Commission (AUC) Chairperson elections in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, Kenya’s prominent political figure Raila Odinga suffered a decisive defeat.

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February 15, 2025 at 9:05 PM

The Kenya Times

@thekenyatimes.com

Winnie Odinga reveals why Raila agreed to join Ruto's government.

She now wants Uhuru Kenyatta’s advice.

Says she has not inherited her father’s political enemies.

thekenyatimes.com/4yyy

#WinnieOdinga #RailaOdinga #WilliamRuto #UhuruKenyatta #KenyaPolitics #Handshake #KenyaNews

Winnie Odinga Lifts Lid On Raila - Ruto Deal, Seeks Uhuru’s Advice

East African Legislative Assembly (EALA) MP Winnie Odinga has revealed what her late father, Raila Odinga, sought from President William Ruto

thekenyatimes.com

August 29, 2026 at 11:06 AM

NordAfrica

@tness16.bsky.social

Youssouf vowed to prioritise peace and security as Africa faces conflicts and major aid cuts.#Africa #Djibouti #AfricanUnion #diplomacy #RailaOdinga (2/2)

Djibouti’s Mahmoud Ali Youssouf elected to head African Union Commission

Djibouti’s long-serving Foreign Minister Mahmoud Ali Youssouf was elected Saturday as head of the African Union Commission, securing the backing of regional leaders in Addis Ababa.

www.france24.com

February 16, 2025 at 7:07 AM

NordAfrica

@tness16.bsky.social

Portrait des trois candidats en lice.#Afrique #Unionafricaine #Pourallerplusloin #Kenya #Djibouti #Madagascar #RailaOdinga (2/2)

Ali Youssouf, Odinga, Randriamandrato… qui pour présider la Commission de l'Union africaine ?

Les chefs d'État africains se réunissent, samedi et dimanche, en Éthiopie, pour le 38e sommet de l’Union africaine. À cette occasion aura lieu l’élection du nouveau président de la Commission de cette organisation panafricaine.

www.france24.com

February 14, 2025 at 12:29 PM

thetechbull.bsky.social

@thetechbull.bsky.social

He saw AI as Africa's great equalizer. Now, the continent mourns the sudden loss of a visionary leader. 🕊️

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#RailaOdinga #Kenya #AI
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