{
  "id": 14243153,
  "title": "Raila’s first anniversary to be marked with three days of events",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/13/railas-first-anniversary-to-be-marked-with-three-days-of-events",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-10-13T16:19:00.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Capital FM Kenya",
    "slug": "capital-fm-kenya",
    "url": "https://capitalfm.africa/railas-first-anniversary-to-be-marked-with-three-days-of-events/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Nairobi, Kenya – The first anniversary of the passing of former Prime Minister Raila Odinga will be observed with three days of commemorative activities from October 13 to 15. The programme, organized by the Raila Odinga Memorial Committee, aims to bring together family members, community representatives, leaders, and Kenyans from diverse backgrounds to reflect on the life and legacy of the former Prime Minister.\n\nAdams Oloo, chairperson of the committee, emphasized that the commemorative week is not solely a time for mourning but also an occasion for gratitude and celebration. It is an opportunity for all to come together in remembrance and honor a life devoted to serving the country. Oloo highlighted that the events will not only pay tribute to Odinga's contributions but also reflect on the post-Raila transition period, emphasizing the importance of peace, dialogue, tolerance, and people's participation.\n\nThe first event, an intergenerational dialogue, will take place in Kisumu on Tuesday, gathering elders, young people, women, and religious leaders to discuss social, political, and economic issues. This dialogue marks the continuation of a suggestion made by Odinga during the Saba Saba of 2025, where he advocated for an intergenerational conclave to address the challenges posed by a large youth population.\n\nIn addition to the dialogue, a blood donation exercise will be held alongside the conclave, paying tribute to Odinga's selfless spirit. A candle-lighting ceremony will be conducted on the evening of October 14 in Kang’o ka Jaramogi, led by Odinga's widow, Mama Ida Odinga. The committee encourages every Kenyan and supporters around the world to participate by lighting a candle during that hour in their homes, places of worship, or gathering spaces, symbolizing unity in remembrance.\n\nThe commemorative week will conclude on Thursday, October 15, with a main ceremony at Migwena Cultural Grounds in Bondo. Family members, leaders, and members of the public are expected to gather in honor of the former Prime Minister. The committee urges Kenyans to participate in the events with dignity, unity, and respect, viewing the Migwena ceremony as a moment of collective remembrance and an opportunity to reaffirm commitment to the values and ideals that defined Odinga's decades of public service.",
  "summary": "“This is not a week of mourning alone. It is a week of gratitude. It is a moment for family, friends, leaders, communities and admirers across the world to stand together to remember a life lived fully in the service of this country and to honour a legacy that continues to shape Kenya today,” Oloo said while announcing the programme.",
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}