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October 18, 2025
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Kenya's political earthquake starts as nation lays Raila Odinga to rest

Kenya's political earthquake starts as nation lays Raila Odinga to rest

The fierce, unpredictable, and potentially transformative battle for Raila's political crown begins in earnest tomorrow morning...

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Kenya is at a historic political crossroads as the nation mourns the passing of ODM Leader Raila Odinga, whose funeral marks the closing of a significant chapter in the country's political history.

  • Mourning for Raila Odinga unites Kenyans across cities and villages, from Nairobi to Lake Victoria.
  • Raila Odinga, a figure who defined Kenyan politics for generations, is being laid to rest in an elaborate State funeral.
  • The event is described as a "political earthquake" signaling a period of significant uncertainty for the nation.

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