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At least two people lost their lives and more than 160 others were injured on Friday following a stampede during the public viewing of former Prime Minister Raila Odinga’s body at Nyayo Stadium in Nairobi. According to officials, the tragedy occurred near Gate 5, where large crowds of mourners had …

Madagascar’s coup leader, Colonel Michael Randrianirina, was sworn in as president on Friday amid loud cheers, music, and ceremonial displays, just days after seizing power in a military takeover that followed weeks of youth-led demonstrations against the previous government. Former president Andry Rajoelina, who fled abroad after being impeached by …

Embakasi East MP Babu Owino has alleged a plot to harm him ahead of the burial of the late ODM party leader, Raila Odinga. In a statement shared on social media Friday, Owino claimed he had credible information about individuals planning to attack him, though he did not reveal any …

The body of former Prime Minister Raila Odinga has arrived in Kisumu aboard a military helicopter, marking a somber day for both the lakeside city and the country. The aircraft touched down at Kisumu Airport at 7:20 a.m. under tight security, with military officers supervising the transfer of the casket …

A grief-stricken Ida Odinga has paid a moving tribute to her late husband, former Prime Minister Raila Odinga, describing him as her lifelong companion, confidant, and unwavering supporter for more than 50 years. Click here to join our WhatsApp Channel In an emotional message read during Raila’s state funeral, Ida …

A wave of emotion swept through Nyayo National Stadium on Friday during the state funeral of former Prime Minister Raila Odinga when the Bishop of the Anglican Diocese of Bondo, Rt. Rev. Prof. David Kodia, delivered a powerful and confrontational sermon. Click here to join our WhatsApp Channel Standing before …

Kenya Airways has announced an increase in flight frequency to Kisumu over the weekend to accommodate the surge in travel demand following the death of former Prime Minister Raila Odinga. In a statement released on Friday, the national carrier said the move aims to ensure smooth travel for thousands of …

High transport and labour costs continue to fuel food price instability in Kenya, even as harvests improve and weather conditions remain favourable, according to a new agriculture sector survey by the Central Bank of Kenya (CBK). The report shows that 95 percent of respondents identified transport costs as the main …

President William Ruto has paid a deeply emotional tribute to the late former Prime Minister Raila Amolo Odinga, vowing to remain true to the understanding they shared about Kenya’s future. Click here to join our WhatsApp Channel In a heartfelt message written in the condolence book at Parliament, President Ruto …

A moving scene unfolded at Parliament Buildings on Friday morning as Maurice Ogeta, the longtime bodyguard of the late former Prime Minister Raila Odinga, broke down in tears while viewing his employer’s body. Dressed in a dark blue suit and wearing sunglasses, Ogeta appeared visibly distraught as he entered the …