Kenya has lost one of its most prominent political figures, former Prime Minister Raila Odinga, who passed away at the age of 80. According to family sources, Odinga died on Wednesday while undergoing medical treatment in India. His health had been the subject of recent speculation, though his family and political allies had refuted claims of critical illness. Odinga, a formidable political mobilizer, contested the Kenyan presidency five times without success, consistently alleging electoral fraud. His claims were partially validated in 2017 when Kenya’s Supreme Court nullified Uhuru Kenyatta’s victory and ordered a rerun, which Odinga boycotted, citing the need for electoral reforms. Despite his electoral defeats, Odinga often reconciled with incumbent presidents post-elections. Following his 2022 loss, he joined President William Ruto’s administration, bringing several of his allies into key government positions. Odinga’s death marks the end of an era in Kenyan politics, leaving a legacy of resilience and advocacy for democratic reforms. This is a developing story; updates will follow.