Kenya: Flags Fly At Half-Mast As Kenya Mourns Raila Odinga

16 October 2025
Capital FM (Nairobi)
By Davis Ayega

Nairobi — Flags across Kenya in key government offices, including the Official Residence of President William Ruto at State House, Nairobi and that of his Deputy Kithure Kindiki in Karen were on Thursday flying at half-mast across, as Kenya observed the second day of mourning for the late former Prime Minister Raila Odinga.

President William Ruto ordered the lowering of flags on Wednesday in honor of Raila and declared a week-long national mourning period following the veteran leader's death.

The half-mast flags serve as a symbol of respect and a mark of national grief for a man who shaped Kenya's political landscape for over four decades.

The nation continues to pay tribute to Raila, fondly remembered as Baba, for his tireless work in championing democracy, reform, and national unity.

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