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Before his death on October 15, 2025, former Prime Minister Raila Odinga’s final weeks were marked by a series of calculated public appearances that blended national politics, diplomatic duties, and personal interests.
These engagements, which concluded on October 3, 2025, offered a final glimpse into the priorities of one of Kenya’s most enduring political figures before he withdrew from public life for the last time.
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September 2025 Appearances
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On September 5, Odinga attended the burial of former Laikipia North MP Mathew Lempurkel at Ilpolei farm.
Raila Odinga delivers a tribute during the burial of former Laikipia North MP Mathew Lempurkel on September 5, 2025
He delivered a tribute, characterising Lempurkel not only as a dedicated party member but as a fierce and uncompromising defender of the Maa community's land and cultural rights.
Five days later, on September 10, 2025, Odinga hosted United States Chargé d'Affaires Susan Burns at his Nairobi office.
Raila Odinga meets United States Chargé d'Affaires Susan Burns in Nairobi on September 10, 2025
Their meeting was a standard diplomatic engagement, with their discussions centred on strengthening the bilateral partnership between Kenya and the US, covering areas of mutual interest including trade, security, and democratic governance.
On September 12, Odinga hosted Harambee Stars player Ryan Ogam and his parents at his residence for a farewell before Ogam's departure to join a professional club in Austria.
Former Prime Minister Raila Odinga meets Harambee Stars player Ryan Ogam in Nairobi on September 12, 2025
He commended Ogam's performance in recent tournaments and cited the need for greater investment in sports infrastructure and youth talent development in Kenya.
On 22 September, Odinga convened an ODM Parliamentary Group meeting.
Raila Odinga speaks during an ODM Parliamentary Group meeting on September 22, 2025
In his final major address to his party’s legislators, Mr Odinga confirmed that ODM would field a presidential candidate in the 2027 general election.
This marked his last appearance before a two-week absence from public view.
Odinga missed the Nyanza regional ODM celebrations on September 26 in Kisii County.
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October 2025 Appearances
On 3 October, Odinga chaired a consultative meeting at Serena Hotel in Nairobi with ODM officials.
Raila Odinga poses with ODM delegates at Serena Hotel on October 3, 2025
The meeting led to the postponement of ODM's 20th anniversary celebrations from October 10-12 to November 14-16 in Mombasa to "ensure inclusivity by engaging with more counties before converging in Mombasa" as per Mr. Odinga on X.
Final engagement
Later that afternoon, Odinga met Gor Mahia executives, led by Chairman Ambrose Rachier, at his residence.
Raila Odinga meets a delegation of Gor Mahia officials led by Club Chairman Ambrose Rachier at his residence.
The delegation briefed him in his capacity as club patron on their strategic plans for the 2025/2026 season and he, in turn, pledged support.
In a statement, the club has since mourned his passing, acknowledging his unwavering support.
Following this meeting, he travelled to India on the evening of October 3 for what was described as a medical visit, concluding a final, busy period of public life.