Anatomy of ODM’s growing confusion
ODM always thrived under the singular force of its late founder Raila Odinga...
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The Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) is experiencing significant internal confusion and division as it navigates a potential alliance with President William Ruto's United Democratic Alliance (UDA), raising questions about its future direction after the departure of its founder, Raila Odinga.
- Factions within ODM, such as "Linda Ground" and "Linda Mwananchi," are exposing internal conflict.
- Disagreements over electoral zoning and the potential deputy presidential slot are creating rifts.
- Concerns exist about ODM's political identity being diluted within the emerging coalition with UDA.
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Ruto Moves to Forestall Implosion as ODM Splits Further - April 2026
Kenyan President William Ruto is actively working to defuse escalating political tensions and prevent a split within the broad-based government arrangement between his UDA party and the ODM party. Six months after the passing of its founding figure, the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) is reportedly facing a rapid decline, with its legacy built by the late Prime Minister Raila Odinga now threatened by internal conflicts. The party is experiencing significant internal confusion and division as it navigates a potential alliance with President Ruto's United Democratic Alliance (UDA), raising questions about its future direction. Several Kenyan politicians who depended on Raila Odinga's influence are facing personal survival challenges in the post-Raila era.
