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2027 elections: Raila orphans in trouble

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Kenya's Prime Minister Raila Amolo Odinga leaves after a ceremony in the Hall of Remembrance at the Yad Vashem Holocaust Memorial in Jerusalem, November 13, 2011. 

Photo credit: Reuters

Raila orphans • The politicians who have been holding onto ODM founding leader Raila Odinga’s coattails for their survival are in trouble following his death, says David Githae. “Raila was a true kingmaker, and many relied on his charisma. Come the 2027 General Election, some big names will lose their positions. It’s going to be the toughest time of their careers.” His contact is [email protected].

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