He was one of the most pivotal public figures in Kenya. He died this week after fighting against tribalism for decades.
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How Raila Odinga Lost His Stronghold, Then Kenya’s Presidency
In his fifth, and possibly last, bid for president, Raila Odinga failed to enthuse a crucial bloc of voters in his own backyard that would have catapulted him to the top job.
Kenya Elects New President, but Disputes Erupt
Kenya is often held up as a beacon of democracy in Africa, but as the latest election showed, it is not always pretty. Disputes started even before a winner was named.
Sarah Onyango Obama, Ex-President’s Stepgrandmother, Dies at 99
Known widely among Kenyans as Mama Sarah, Ms. Obama was seen as the matriarch of Barack Obama’s extended family in Africa.
Fishing by Lantern on an Island in Kenya
On Lake Victoria, attracting baitfish with lanterns extends as far back as anyone can remember. But overfishing may jeopardize the tradition.