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The Digest:

Veteran opposition leader and former Prime Minister Raila Odinga has died at the age of 80. The political icon, who served as the nation's perennial democratic conscience, passed away after suddenly collapsing during a walk with family in India, creating a profound leadership vacuum and altering the political landscape of the East African nation.

Key Points:
  • Raila Odinga died in India after a sudden collapse during a health visit.
  • He was a five-time presidential candidate and a former Prime Minister.
  • Indian police confirmed he was walking with family when the incident occurred.
  • Odinga spent his early political years in jail or exile fighting for democracy.
  • He was a dominant force, able to mobilize massive support across Kenya.
  • His death creates a significant leadership void ahead of the 2027 elections.
  • Tributes poured in from across Africa, hailing him as a patriot and pan-Africanist.
The passing of this indomitable figure marks the end of an era, leaving a nation to navigate its political future without the towering presence that shaped its democratic journey for decades.

Sources: Channels Television, AFP