Kenyans reflect on Raila Odinga's democratic legacy one year after his death

Summary

One year after former Prime Minister Raila Odinga's death, Kenyans are reflecting on his contribution to democracy and national reconciliation. His 'handshakes' with political rivals remain a subject of debate, and the question is whether Kenya can preserve the democratic space he helped create.

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1. Deutsche Welle

   15 Oct 2026, 14:46 UTCSource ↗

   Deutsche Welle asks whether Kenya can preserve the democratic space Raila Odinga helped create, as Kenyans reflect on his democratic and reconciliation legacy one year after his death.