By Peter Nyong’o I write not merely as a commentator on history, but as one who stood at the birth of this Movement  the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM); as its pioneer Emeritus Secretary General; as a scholar of politics who understands that political movements are never accidents of time but products of moral necessity; and […]

By Isaac Dan Onyancha A political tremor is shaking the establishment. Across towns and trading centres, in lecture halls and online spaces, a restless citizenry is finding a new rallying point. The economic squeeze and governance disquiet linked to the United Democratic Alliance administration under President William Ruto have generated more than murmurs. Inflation bites […]

By KPC Reporter Tharaka Nithi Governor Muthomi Njuki has pushed back against calls by the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) to have the Deputy President position placed on the negotiation table in anticipated coalition talks. He insisted that the office already has a capable and deserving occupant, Prof. Kithure Kindiki. Speaking in Chuka, Tharaka Nithi County, […]

By Kurian Musa “Jogoo wa mashambani hawiki mjini,” Raila Odinga often remarked during his political life, underscoring his belief that Nairobi must first be conquered before national political power can be contemplated. Winnie Odinga’s entry onto the stage, accompanied by a song from late Nairobi pop artist titled Hamunitishi—“Vitisho vya peni mbili havinitishi mimi”—captured this […]

By Mandere Onyinkwa The Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) has launched early preparations for the 2027 General Election following a Central Committee meeting held in Kilifi County on January Monday. In a statement issued after the meeting, the party said it had reviewed its political, organisational and strategic standing, resolving to begin structured preparations immediately rather […]

By Nyang’au Araka In the age of instant messaging and virality, a single gesture can eclipse hours of speeches and pages of political statements. So it was when images and short clips showing Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna embracing Ida Odinga at an open gathering began circulating online like rapid fire. The moment was brief, unscripted […]

By Nyang’au Araka The other day, I came across a screenshot online that stopped me in my tracks. Someone had written, “It still feels bizarre to type the late Raila Odinga.” That single line carried the weight of a nation’s disbelief. For many Kenyans, Raila was more than a politician; he was an institution, a […]

By Ngw’ono O’Nyakundi The Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) has expressed gratitude to President William Ruto, members of the Cabinet, and the Government of Kenya for facilitating a dignified state funeral for former Prime Minister (PM) Raila Odinga. Speaking during ODM’s first official meeting since the death of its founding leader, Secretary General Edwin Sifuna said […]

By Dan Isaac Bw’Onyancha The growing talk of Senator Oburu Odinga’s possible elevation within the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) calls for sober reflection rather than emotional reactions. Leadership in a movement of ODM’s historical and ideological stature cannot be defined by kinship or nostalgia. Raila Odinga’s political authority was not inherited; it was earned through […]

By KPC Reporter The political friendship between opposition leaders Raila Odinga and Kalonzo Musyoka has descended into acrimony, with accusations of misinformation and political desperation fueling a public spat over Odinga’s health. Odinga’s Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) fired the first salvo on Sunday, October 5, blaming a faction led by impeached former Deputy President Rigathi […]