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Raila Odinga candle-lighting ceremony (Nairobi)

Name: Raila Odinga candle-lighting ceremony (Nairobi)
Start: 2026-10-02
End: 2026-10-02
Location: Nairobi

The Raila Odinga candle-lighting ceremony in Nairobi is a commemorative public event held at Uhuru Park Grounds to mark the first anniversary of the passing of the former Prime Minister. As the central gathering of a nationwide tribute, the ceremony encourages citizens to honor his legacy as part of the month-long #MweziWaBaba campaign.

Date: Oct 2, 2026
Location: Nairobi
Status: Upcoming

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Raila Odinga candle-lighting ceremony (Nairobi)

Date: Oct 2, 2026
Location: Nairobi

Memorial Ceremony Commemoration

Event summary

Highlights

Main candle-lighting ceremony held at Uhuru Park Grounds
Synchronized nationwide lighting at 6:00 PM
Part of the month-long #MweziWaBaba commemorative campaign

Organized by the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) and the National Steering Committee, this memorial ceremony serves as a focal point for the #MweziWaBaba (Month of Baba) campaign. While activities at Nairobi's Uhuru Park are scheduled to begin in the mid-afternoon, a synchronized nationwide candle-lighting moment is set for 6:00 PM.

The event takes place ahead of the official anniversary of Raila Odinga's death on October 15. It is designed to provide a space for the public to reflect on his contributions to Kenyan society, particularly his role as a leader often described as the father of devolution. Similar simultaneous gatherings are expected at county headquarters and major squares in other cities like Mombasa and Kisumu.

Practical details

Location described by the source: Uhuru Park Grounds; www.the-star.co.ke
Area for browsing nearby events: Nairobi

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