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Kenyans Held Raila Odinga Candlelight Memorials on October 2, 2026

Kelvin Kibet

By Shiled Jerono | Updated October 9, 2026

Kenyans gathered for candle-lighting ceremonies on October 2, 2026, in memory of former Prime Minister Raila Odinga. The events opened the October “Mwezi wa Baba” remembrance programme ahead of the first anniversary of his death on October 15, 2025.

Where the October 2 events took place

ODM had announced a nationwide candle-lighting at 6pm. In Nairobi, the main programme was held at Uhuru Park, where the evening included music, tributes and a candle-lighting. Reports also described events in other parts of the country, including Eldoret. The party’s announcement had named venues in several counties, but announcements should not be treated as proof that every planned event went ahead.

The remembrance programme continues

The October 2 gathering was one event in a month-long programme, not the anniversary date itself. Raila Odinga died on October 15, 2025. A separate family-led international candle-lighting at Kang’o ka Jaramogi in Bondo was announced for October 14, 2026. Readers planning to attend later memorial activities should check the family committee’s latest notices because venues and schedules can change.

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