Kalonzo's long and loyal journey with Raila: A tale of trust, betrayal and resilience
The fallen former Prime Minister Raila Odinga, who sought Kenya’s presidency five times without success, leaves behind a political legacy intertwined with resilience and alliances...
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The political career of the late Raila Odinga, who unsuccessfully sought Kenya’s presidency five times, is highlighted through his long-standing alliance with Wiper party leader Kalonzo Musyoka. Musyoka served as Raila's running mate in past turbulent elections, solidifying their shared political journey.
- Raila Odinga sought the presidency five times without success.
- Kalonzo Musyoka stood as Raila Odinga’s running mate twice.
- The article references Kenya’s last three bruising presidential elections.
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Political Career of Raila Odinga Defined by Key Alliances and Party Leadership - October 2025
The political career of the late Raila Odinga, who unsuccessfully sought Kenya’s presidency five times, was highlighted by his long-standing alliance with Wiper party leader Kalonzo Musyoka, who served as his running mate. In contrast, his political alliance with President William Ruto began to unravel after the contentious 2007 General Election. Throughout his extensive political career and Kenya's democratic struggles, his wife, Ida Odinga, provided significant, albeit often understated, influence. Odinga transformed the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) into a powerhouse, and his sudden death is expected to cause a major political shift in Nyanza and Western Kenya. His passing leaves the ODM party facing an uncertain future without its long-standing leader.
