Two Died in Nyayo Stampede During Raila's Body Viewing - MSF

Mourners who had gathered in large numbers to view the body reportedly surged forward at som..

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Two fatalities occurred during a stampede at Nyayo National Stadium on Friday, October 17, as mourners viewed the body of former Prime Minister Raila Odinga, according to Doctors Without Borders (MSF). The incident happened when crowds surged forward as dignitaries departed, crushing some attendees.

2 people died in the Nyayo Stadium stampede.
The Kenya Red Cross confirmed injuries and provided urgent care at Nyayo Stadium.
This incident followed chaos on October 16 at Kasarani Stadium during public viewing, where approximately 100 individuals were treated for injuries.

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Two Deaths and Dozens of Injuries Reported at Raila Odinga's Public Body Viewings - October 2025

Two fatalities were confirmed following a stampede at Nyayo National Stadium on Friday, October 17, as mourners viewed the body of former Prime Minister Raila Odinga. According to Doctors Without Borders (MSF), the incident occurred when crowds surged forward, crushing some attendees. Separate events in Kisumu also resulted in medical emergencies, with 46 people requiring attention at Mamboleo on Saturday, October 18, for issues including stab wounds and dehydration. At Kisumu's Jomo Kenyatta Stadium, health personnel were reported to be overwhelmed by the large number of mourners collapsing from overcrowding, emotional distress, and exhaustion.