Tragedy at Raila Odinga's Funeral: Multiple Deaths as Kenyans Mourn Beloved Opposition Leader

Oct 18, 2025 02:54 am CST

Two people died in a stampede during the state funeral of Kenya's revered opposition leader Raila Odinga, following three deaths the previous day when security forces opened fire on mourners. The 80-year-old former prime minister, affectionately known as "Baba," leaves behind a significant political legacy and leadership vacuum in Kenya's opposition as the country approaches the 2027 election.