The death of Raila Odinga on October 15, 2025, drew heartfelt tributes from across the world, with international leaders mourning the loss of a towering African statesman.
Tanzania’s President Samia Suluhu Hassan described Raila as a brilliant leader, a global African, and a peace-loving solution-seeker, saying his death was a tragedy not only for Kenya but for the continent.
India’s Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed deep sorrow, recalling Raila as a cherished friend of India whose relationship with him dated back to his days as Gujarat’s Chief Minister.
Somalia’s President Hassan Mohamud hailed Raila as a towering statesman whose legacy of democracy, justice, and public service will endure, assuring Kenya of Somalia’s solidarity during this time of grief.
Mahmoud Youssouf, the African Union Commission Chair, praised Raila as a steadfast champion of democracy, good governance, and people-centred development.
Collectively, their tributes painted Raila as a unifying Pan-African voice whose influence extended far beyond Kenya’s borders. His death marked the end of an era in African politics, leaving behind a legacy rooted in resilience, reform, and the pursuit of justice.
