ODM fights for survival one year after Raila

NAIROBI, Kenya Oct 14 – One year after Raila Odinga’s death, the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) faces its biggest political test yet: whether it can remain a national political force…

The party still commands significant support, but disagreements over its leadership, its relationship with President William Ruto and its plans for the 2027 General Election are raising questions about its future.

Kenya is marking Raila’s first anniversary since his death with President Ruto expected to lead the nation in the commemoration.

Raila’s elder brother, Oburu Oginga, now leads the party and has defended cooperation with President Ruto’s administration.

However, other leaders have questioned whether ODM should abandon its traditional opposition role and surrender the chance to field its own presidential candidate.

The disagreements have exposed a party struggling to balance its past with the political opportunities and risks of the coming election.

The biggest question facing ODM is whether it will present its own presidential candidate or support Ruto’s re-election bid.

Source: Capital FM