Oginga Odinga

Oginga Odinga

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Oginga Odinga was a prominent Kenyan politician and the first leader of the opposition in post-colonial Kenya. He played a significant role in the country's struggle for independence and later became a key figure in the formation of the Kenya People's Union. Odinga was known for his advocacy for democratic reforms and social justice, and he is often regarded as a father of opposition politics in Kenya.

Born on Aug 17, 1911 (115 years old)

Global Media Ratings
Dominance
0.00%
Persistence
0 wks
Reach
116,641
Power
230$
Sentiment
6.00
Countries Mentioned
Country Mentions Sentiment Dominance + Persistence x Population = Reach x GDP (millions) = Power
Kenya 1 6.00 0.22% +0% 53,771,296 116,641 $106,000 230$
Totals 1 53,771,296 116,641 $106,000 230$
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Recent Mentions

Kenya Kenya: Oginga Odinga was very emphatic about business operations. 6

The Standard: From Holy Bible to bullets: How church paved way for British rule

Kenya Kenya: Oginga Odinga was referenced in relation to the ideological fallout with Jomo Kenyatta during the 1966 elections. 5

The Standard: How big money and brutal violence can decide poll outcomes

Kenya Kenya: Oginga Odinga, Raila's father, wrote 'Not Yet Uhuru', contributing to the family's literary legacy. 8

The Standard: Of heroism and the Odingas' rich literary legacy