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Kenyans mourn Raila Odinga as their 'father of democracy'

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Sella Oneko
October 16, 2025

Authorities temporarily suspended operations at Nairobi's main airport as thousands gathered to honor the body of opposition leader and former prime minister Raila Odinga. DW was in Kenya's capital speaking to mourners as the body of the democracy icon arrived home.

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