Kenya Plunged Into Mourning as Raila Odinga Dies At 80
A wave of profound shock and national grief has swept across Kenya following the death of veteran politician and former Prime Minister Raila Amolo Odinga. The man affectionately known as ‘Baba’ by his legions of supporters, who profoundly shaped the country’s political land..
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Profound shock and national grief have gripped Kenya following the death of veteran politician and former Prime Minister Raila Amolo Odinga. Known affectionately as ‘Baba’, he passed away at the age of 80 in Kochi, Kerala, India, after suffering a cardiac arrest.
- Raila Odinga died on Wednesday in India, where he was receiving Ayurvedic treatment.
- The news marks the end of a remarkable political career spanning over 40 years, including his tenure as Prime Minister from 2008-2013.
- Condolences have poured in from across the globe, with President William Ruto leading Kenya in mourning.
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Former Prime Minister Raila Odinga Dies at 80 in India - October 2025
Former Prime Minister Raila Amolo Odinga has died at the age of 80 while undergoing treatment in India. His passing on Wednesday, October 15, was attributed to a cardiac arrest, which occurred after he collapsed during a morning walk at an Ayurvedic facility in Kerala. Profound shock and national grief have gripped Kenya, bringing major cities like Nairobi and Kisumu to a standstill as citizens mourn. Known affectionately as “Baba,” Odinga was a prominent and enduring figure in Kenyan politics. His four-decade career was marked by a relentless fight for constitutional reforms and multi-party democracy.
