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October 3, 2026
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Remembering Baba: Candlelight vigils held nationwide to honour Raila Odinga

Remembering Baba: Candlelight vigils held nationwide to honour Raila Odinga

Kenyans across the country gathered in candlelight vigils on Friday evening to commemorate the first anniversary of the death of former Prime Minister Raila Odinga...

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Kenyans across the nation held candlelight vigils on Friday evening to honour the first anniversary of the passing of former Prime Minister Raila Odinga. The events, themed 'Mwezi wa Baba', saw supporters gather in various locations to commemorate his legacy.

  • Candlelight vigils were held nationwide, including in Nairobi, Eldoret, and Kakamega.
  • Supporters remembered Raila Odinga as a hero, mentor, and a crucial figure in Kenya's struggle for democracy.
  • These vigils are the start of a month-long series of commemorative activities organized by the ODM party and the Odinga family, culminating in a final rally in Nairobi on October 31.

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