The nation is bidding a final farewell to the late Raila Amollo Odinga, as his internment service takes place today at Kang’o ka Jaramogi in Siaya County. The solemn ceremony, which began at 9 a.m., is being led by President William Ruto and is expected to run until 1 p.m.
Family members, close friends, political leaders, and citizens from all walks of life have gathered to pay their last respects to the man many regarded as the symbol of Kenya’s democratic struggle. The service celebrates Raila’s remarkable contribution to the country’s political, social, and economic transformation over the decades.
Following the service, the former Prime Minister will be laid to rest beside his late father, Jaramogi Oginga Odinga, at the family’s homestead in Kang’o ka Jaramogi. Final prayers and military honours will be conducted in recognition of his service and lifelong dedication to the nation.
Raila Odinga, who passed away on Wednesday at the age of 80 in India, leaves behind an indelible legacy. He was a fearless reformist, a defender of democracy, and one of the most influential figures in Kenya’s political history. His decades-long pursuit of justice, equality, and unity made him a revered figure both locally and internationally.
For many Kenyans, Raila’s burial marks the end of an era. Tributes have poured in from across the political divide, with leaders describing him as a statesman whose courage and resilience shaped modern Kenya. As the country lays him to rest, his ideals of freedom and inclusivity remain deeply ingrained in the nation’s conscience.
Today, Kenya mourns not just a politician but a visionary whose dream for a better nation continues to inspire generations.
