A national steering committee has been unveiled to coordinate the first anniversary commemorations of former Prime Minister Raila Odinga, who passed away on October 15, 2025.

• The commemoration events are scheduled to run from October 10 to 17.
• The committee is led by Professor Adams Oloo and includes representatives from government, civil society, academia, the private sector, and the Odinga family.
• Mama Ida Odinga emphasized that the celebrations will focus on Raila Odinga's life and legacy, welcoming participation from all Kenyans.
• Institutional initiatives, such as the Raila Odinga Regional Leadership Academy at the Kenya School of Government and the Raila Odinga Centre for Democracy at the University of Nairobi, are also being established to preserve his legacy.