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After Raila Odinga: Kenya's Political Transition

By SUSAN ATIENO 

Communication Student,  Chuka University 

The death of Raila Odinga was a big moment in Kenya. He was one of the most well known political leaders in the country. He fought for democracy and justice for many people in the country. 
The late Prime Minister Raila Odinga. 

When he died many Kenyans were very sad. Leaders from different political parties sent messages of condolence to the family. Many Kenyans attended his memorial service to honour him.His death made the elder generations feel like it was the end of important era in Kenyan politics. 

Raila was the leader of Orange Democratic Movement also known as (ODM). Since his death, the party is facing a lot  of challenges. Up to now the members are still fighting on who to lead and the direction the party should take which is causing tension in the party

The party has become less united without Raila's strong voice .Other leaders are trying to fill the gap but it has not been easy.

For the citizens, daily life is continuing as usual, people go to work, students go to school and the business people also run their businesses. However, politically, there has been difficulties as many people are waiting to see how parties reorganise themselves before the next general election.

Some Kenya's are still talking about Raila's legacy and what he stood for in Kenya while others are focusing on new leaders and future politics. 

Without Raila Kenya is going through difficulties as new leaders are emerging, and political parties are reorganise. Even though Raila is no more, he is still remembered in the country's political history. 

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