By Isaac Dan Onyancha The curtain has fallen on one of Kenya’s most enduring and polarising political lives. Raila Amolo Odinga — the indefatigable agitator, reformist, and five-time presidential contender — is dead. His passing closes a chapter that spanned over half a century of defiance, detention, and dogged pursuit of power. Few men have […]

By Faith Nyabuto In the wake of shifting political allegiances, questions are mounting over the strength and independence of Kenya’s opposition. Prominent leaders have voiced concern over the perceived weakening of the opposition, particularly following former Prime Minister Raila Odinga’s alignment with the Kenya Kwanza Regime. Ekuru Aukot, leader of the Thirdway Alliance, has sharply […]

By Robert Nyasato Dr. Fred Matiang’i’s presidential bid has reignited memories of the late Simeon Nyachae’s high-voltage 2002 political crusade, a campaign that electrified Gusii politics and reshaped regional allegiances. Back then, Nyachae waged a formidable battle for the presidency under the Ford-People banner. Although he did not win the House on the Hill, he […]

By Faith Nyabuto Former Prime Minister Raila Odinga has renewed his call for political reform, national unity, and accountability in the wake of public disquiet and ongoing economic challenges. Speaking during an interview with NTV, Odinga emphasized the need for inclusive dialogue and ethical governance, urging leaders to prioritize the dignity and rights of all […]

By Nyang’au Araka In 2015, I entered a hall at Kisii University with my tool of trade—the camera. I was a young journalist documenting history. Although this was an academic setting, politician Raila Odinga turned out to be the center of attention that day, his presence a gravitational force pulling every lens. But beyond the […]

By KPC Reporter Debate has emerged over Raila Odinga’s next job after some leaders from the United Democratic Alliance (UDA) called for total implementation of the National Dialogue Committee (NADCO) report, including constitutional amendments to create the position of Prime Minister (PM). The move, spearheaded by Nandi Senator Samson Kiprotich Arap Cherargei, is seen as an […]

By Kurian Musa The African Union (AU) Ordinary General Assembly on February 15, 2025, in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, marked a pivotal moment in African diplomacy and Kenyan politics. Kenya’s former Prime Minister (PM), Raila Odinga lost his bid for the African Union Commission (AUC) Chair to Djibouti’s Youssef in the seventh round of voting. The […]

Vincent Ongore Raila Odinga’s bid for the African Union Commission chairperson started in earnest when it was officially launched by HE President William Ruto at State House, Nairobi, on Tuesday August 27, 2024. The regional presidents who graced the launch were the East African Community Chair and President of South Sudan, Salva Kiir Mayardit, Yoweri […]