Analysts celebrate Indo-Kenya relations championed by Raila
NAIROBI, Kenya Oct 17 — Economic policy and political risk analysts have paid a glowing tribute to former Prime Minister Raila Odinga, describing him as a Kenya breaking news | Kenya news today |..
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Analysts at the first Mentoria Fireside Chat praised former Prime Minister Raila Odinga for significantly enhancing Indo-Kenya relations, highlighting India's historical and ongoing contributions to Kenya's prosperity.
- Analysts Ken Gichinga, Dismas Mokua, and George Waithaka underscored Raila Odinga's pivotal role in advancing bilateral relations between Kenya and India.
- India is the fourth-largest economy globally by nominal GDP, estimated at around $4.19 trillion, and is projected to become the third-largest economy by 2030.
- Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi paid tribute to Raila Odinga, acknowledging his efforts to strengthen India-Kenya ties and his admiration for India's traditional medicine systems.
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Tributes Highlight Raila Odinga's Legacy; KQ Adds Flights for Burial - October 2025
Analysts at the first Mentoria Fireside Chat praised the late former Prime Minister Raila Odinga for significantly enhancing Indo-Kenya relations, highlighting India's contributions to Kenya's prosperity. Honoring his legacy, analysts urged Kenya to strengthen partnerships with India in capacity building, university exchanges, health sciences, technology, and manufacturing. Beyond his political career, Raila Odinga was also described as a successful entrepreneur who built a diverse business empire in Kenya. In preparation for his burial on Sunday, Kenya Airways (KQ) has increased and upgraded flights to Kisumu International Airport to meet the high travel demand.
