My name is Raila Amolo Odinga, an African of Kenya citizenship; a career civil servant and a politician. I am a husband, father, grandfather, mechanical engineer and a businessman. I am a Pan-Africanist and an Afro-optimist, who believes that Africa’s best time is now. I am a son.

I joined H.E. Caleb Mutfwang and Amb. Arikana Chihombori-Quao at #ICAD2025 in Abuja. I called on African leaders to remove visa restrictions for Africans and open the skies to our airlines. The benefits of free movement far outweigh visa revenues. Africa’s youth are the majority

Tribute to Hon. Dr. Phoebe Muga Asiyo. The family of Jaramogi Oginga Odinga has learnt of the passing of Hon. Dr. Phoebe Muga Asiyo with heavy hearts and deep sorrow, we acknowledge and accept God's timing. We celebrate Hon. Dr. Asiyo as a true trail blazer, a woman of many.

I had the pleasure of receiving H.E. Hiroshi Matsuura, the Ambassador of Japan to Kenya, for a courtesy call. Kenya and Japan have enjoyed longstanding and cordial bilateral relations spanning decades. Japan has been a key partner in Kenya’s development journey, particularly

Mama Ida and I joined the rest of our family in a solemn send-off for Allyson Sigei in Bomet today. Allyson's parents, Eunice & and Sam, are our in-laws. May Allyson rest in eternal peace !

Any orders or instructions to the police to shoot to kill, maim, disorient, or shock citizens are wrong!

Our Chief Kadhi of Kenya, Sheikh Abdulhalim Hussein, has rested. May Allah grant his soul eternal peace. Inna lillahi wa inna ilayhi raji'un. My sincere condolences to his family, friends, and the Muslim community

RT @TheODMparty: 1/2 PL @RailaOdinga today held a consultative meeting with ODM elected leaders from Busia County to take stock of the prog….

This is my position. 'The Bomas of Kenya Talks' were a 'national dialogue'; an inclusive intergenerational national conclave that gave us our current constitution. It is time for another.

RT @TheODMparty: 1/4On the 35th anniversary of Saba Saba, PL @RailaOdinga called for a national reconciliation forum to bring together all….

My stand on Saba Saba Day commemoration at Kamkunji Grounds- Nairobi

Congratulations to Faith Kipyegon and Beatrice Chebet for the new world records in the women’s 1500m and 5000m events at the Prefontaine Classic.The country is proud of your efforts. Kenya's flag and stature flies high today. Thank you!

I have had a fruitful meeting with Ag. Indian High Commissioner, Mr. Sushil Prasad. We discussed the historic bond of friendship and cooperation between Kenya and India, which dates back to before colonial times. It's heartening to see our nations continue to strengthen ties and

RT @TheODMparty: 1/2 Party Leader @RailaOdinga this morning held a meeting with members of the Council of County Chairpersons (CoCC) steeri….

RT @BarasaFernandes: Led the ODM Council of County Chairpersons (CoCC) steering committee in a consultative meeting presided over by our Pa….

What can I say about Faith? She exemplifies strength, resilience, grace, and patriotism. She represents a true champion and embodies the indomitable Kenyan spirit. We take great pride in you, Faith. Congratulations, champ! .#BadoTukoNaFaith

I had the honour of laying the foundation stone for the Maganda Early Childhood Development Centre in Jomvu, Mombasa County. I commend Gov Abdulswamad Nassir for investing in the development of adequate learning facilities for future generations. I used this occasion to call for