Military officers escort the casket bearing the body of former Prime Minister Raila Oginga during the State Funeral Service at Nyayo National Stadium, Nairobi, on October 17, 2025. [Elvis Ogina, Standard] For over four decades, he was a towering figure in Kenya’s political space, a man whose name became a definition of resilience, reform, and the struggle for a just and democratic society. His journey was one of courage and conviction, yet it was also one marked by heartbreaks, as the presidency he so fervently sought, remained a mirage. As Kenyans bid Raila Amolo Odinga goodbye, they were left with a…
Author: By Kigotho Njenga
When the world welcomed the youngest nation—South Sudan—in July 2011, the international community hailed it as a monumental achievement for peace and self-determination. But behind that victory lay years of complex negotiations, military interventions, and silent sacrifices. At the heart of this painstaking journey was Kenya—a nation whose commitment, diplomacy, and integrity helped steer South Sudan towards independence. The documentary, ‘A Birth In The South, which aired last Friday on KTN, brings forth Kenya’s pivotal role in the birth of South Sudan, revealing the compelling truth and role of selfless mediation and visionary leadership that deserves to be told…