Raila Odinga, Kenya’s Former Prime Minister, Dies at 80
Raila Odinga, a key figure in Kenyan politics, has died in India at the age of 80.
He was a veteran opposition leader who played a significant role in introducing multiparty democracy and a new constitution in Kenya.
Odinga's death was confirmed by the Devamatha Hospital in Kerala, India, after he suffered a cardiac arrest during a morning walk.
- Ran for president five times without success.
- Includes the disputed 2007 election that triggered widespread ethnic violence, resulting in nearly 1,000 deaths.
Kenya’s President William Ruto declared seven days of national mourning in a live address to the nation.
Author's summary: Raila Odinga dies at 80 in India.