Raila Odinga: The Relentless Opposition Leader Who Shaped Kenya’s Democratic Journey - Kahawatungu

Raila Odinga: The Relentless Opposition Leader

Raila Amolo Odinga was a veteran opposition leader, former Prime Minister, and perennial presidential contender in Kenya.

He was born on 7 January 1945 in Maseno, Kenya Colony, to Jaramogi Oginga Odinga, Kenya's first vice-president.

His career shaped Kenya's politics for more than four decades.

Raila's background and family lineage placed him at the center of Kenyan politics from an early age.

Author's summary: Raila Odinga shaped Kenya's democratic journey.

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