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Arati promises free ODM primaries amid history of disputed nominations

Published on October 15, 2026

Source: News โ€“ Capital FMBy IRENE MWANGI👁 27 views

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NAIROBI,Kenya Oct 15 – Kisii Governor Simba Arati has pledged free and fair ODM nominations, including for the Nairobi Senate seat, following East African Legislative Assembly MP Winnie Odingaโ€™s entry into the race. Arati, who delivered a speech on behalf of ODM leader Oburu Oginga during the first anniversary memorial of former Prime Minister Raila Odinga in Bondo on Thursday,โ€ฆ

NAIROBI,Kenya Oct 15 – Kisii Governor Simba Arati has pledged free and fair ODM nominations, including for the Nairobi Senate seat, following East African Legislative Assembly MP Winnie Odingaโ€™s entry into the race.

Arati, who delivered a speech on behalf of ODM leader Oburu Oginga during the first anniversary memorial of former Prime Minister Raila Odinga in Bondo on Thursday, said the party would ensure aspirants compete fairly for its tickets ahead of the 2027 General Election.

โ€œI want to promise all our followers that we will have free and fair nominations. That includes the one for the senatorial position in Nairobi and other party positions that we will be having,โ€ he said.

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Israeli Diplomats Vote in Nairobi Ahead of October 27 Races

Published on October 15, 2026

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[Capital FM] Nairobi -- Israeli diplomats stationed in Nairobi are casting their ballots ahead of Israel's parliamentary elections on October 27, with Ambassador Gideon Behar saying the exercise lets citizens serving abroad participate in the country's democratic process.

[Capital FM] Nairobi -- Israeli diplomats stationed in Nairobi are casting their ballots ahead of Israel's parliamentary elections on October 27, with Ambassador Gideon Behar saying the exercise lets citizens serving abroad participate in the country's democratic process.

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Beyond Politics: How ordinary Kenyans remember Raila Odinga

Published on October 15, 2026

Source: News โ€“ Capital FMBy OJWANG JOE👁 32 views

NAIROBI, Kenya, Oct 15 โ€” A year after Raila Amolo Odingaโ€™s death, his memory remains deeply rooted among Kenyans who remember him not only as a political leader but also as a voice for the poor and a symbol of democratic struggle. In Kondele, Kisumu County, where his political influence ran deep, memories of the former Prime Minister extend beyondโ€ฆ

NAIROBI, Kenya, Oct 15 โ€” A year after Raila Amolo Odingaโ€™s death, his memory remains deeply rooted among Kenyans who remember him not only as a political leader but also as a voice for the poor and a symbol of democratic struggle.

In Kondele, Kisumu County, where his political influence ran deep, memories of the former Prime Minister extend beyond election campaigns and public rallies. They encompass the promise of devolution, the excitement of voting and the belief that someone was willing to stand up for the voiceless.

For many supporters, Raila was simply Baba. To others, he was an inspiration whose political journey encouraged ordinary citizens to participate in the countryโ€™s affairs.

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SK Macharia discloses he offered Raila chopper, pilot and fuel to run his campaigns

Published on October 15, 2026

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SK Macharia revealed he funded former PM Raila Odingaโ€™s campaign helicopter and fuel. He shared their final phone call at Railaโ€™s first anniversary in Migwena.

SK Macharia revealed he funded former PM Raila Odingaโ€™s campaign helicopter and fuel. He shared their final phone call at Railaโ€™s first anniversary in Migwena.

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Jacob Zuma: Concern as former South Africa president hospitalised for over a week

Published on October 15, 2026

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Former South African President Jacob Zuma remains hospitalised, raising questions about his health, MK Party leadership and the upcoming local elections.

Former South African President Jacob Zuma remains hospitalised, raising questions about his health, MK Party leadership and the upcoming local elections.

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Winnie Odinga enters Nairobi Senate race after elders endorse her as Railaโ€™s heir

Published on October 15, 2026

Source: News โ€“ Capital FMBy IRENE MWANGI👁 32 views

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NAIROBI,Kenya Oct 15 – East African Legislative Assembly (EALA) MP Winnie Odinga has declared her intention to contest the Nairobi Senate seat, signalling her entry into elective politics at a time when Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna is positioning himself for a possible presidential run in 2027. Winnie made the announcement during the first anniversary memorial of her father, former Primeโ€ฆ

NAIROBI,Kenya Oct 15 – East African Legislative Assembly (EALA) MP Winnie Odinga has declared her intention to contest the Nairobi Senate seat, signalling her entry into elective politics at a time when Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna is positioning himself for a possible presidential run in 2027.

Winnie made the announcement during the first anniversary memorial of her father, former Prime Minister Raila Odinga, where she directly addressed Sifuna, whose presidential ambitions have gained prominence ahead of the next General Election.

Odinga setting up a potential contest with Langโ€™ata MP Phelix Odiwuor, popularly known as Jalangโ€™o, who is considered a possible ODM candidate.

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Winnie Odinga declares Nairobi Senator bid

Published on October 15, 2026

Source: Citizen DigitalBy News Desk👁 29 views

Edwin Sifuna

East African Legislative Assembly (EALA) Member of Parliament Winnie Odinga has declared her intention to contest for the Nairobi Senator position in the 2027 elections.  Winnie, speaking during the first death anniversary of her late father, Raila Odinga, said her political ambitions were no longer a secret.  The EALA MP said she would take over the Nairobi mantle as incumbentโ€ฆ

East African Legislative Assembly (EALA) Member of Parliament Winnie Odinga has declared her intention to contest for the Nairobi Senator position in the 2027 elections. 

Winnie, speaking during the first death anniversary of her late father, Raila Odinga, said her political ambitions were no longer a secret. 

The EALA MP said she would take over the Nairobi mantle as incumbent Edwin Sifuna seeks a higher post. 

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