Kawuor clan: Perceived rift in Jaramogi Odinga family is imaginary, public should not overplay Winnie Odinga’s actions
Omondi Odinga, Jaramogi’s son, who represented Oburu Oginga at the anniversary held at Kango ka Jaramogi, reiterated that the family has remained united since Jaramogi’s death in 1994. He noted that the public is over-playing Winnie Odinga’s political engagement and gave the assurance that her actions were not directed against her uncle.
Tribute: Raila Odinga was a colossus that straddled Kenyan presidencies for five decades
Despite their alliance, Raila’s bid for the presidency was unsuccessful, and the coalition eventually dissolved. Nonetheless, Raila’s influence remained significant in shaping Kenya’s political discourse.
Au revoir Raila Odinga: You fought a good fight, finished the race and kept the faith in East Africa
It is not farfetched for one to assert that Kenya remained secure, peaceful and stable because of the ease with which Raila Odinga played his politics of alliances. He struck a political alliance with President Uhuru Kenyatta in what was called “The Handshake”. Uhuru was able to complete two terms as President of Kenya.
