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Raila Odinga tests positive for Covid-19

11 March 2021 at 21:14
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Former Prime Minister Raila Odinga during a past public event
Former Prime Minister Raila Odinga during a past public event

Former Prime Minister Raila Odinga has tested positive for the novel coronavirus disease.

His doctor David Olunya confirmed the new development in a statement seen by Pulse Live.

"Following my letter of the 10th of March 2021 we have confirmed that Rt. Hon. Odinga has SARS-2 COVID 19.

He is responding well to the treatment he is receiving at The Nairobi Hospital and remains upbeat. We are continuing to monitor his progress," reads the statement.

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In a personal statement, Raila Odinga said that he was feeling strong and is in good shape, and that he will now quarantine until he recovers.

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He also called on Kenyans to adhere to all the measures set by the Ministry of Health t ensure the virus is contained.

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Raila Odinga's statement

Raila Odinga's statement

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