Diplomats sign condolence book in honour of Raila Odinga in Nairobi
A growing number of foreign diplomats have continued to visit the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Diaspora Affairs headquarters in Nairobi to sign the condolence book in honor of the late Raila Amolo Odinga, Kenya’s former Prime Minister.
In a statement on Tuesday, October 21, 2025, the Ministry expressed appreciation for the outpouring of sympathy and solidarity shown by members of the diplomatic corps during this period of national mourning, noting that Raila’s legacy as a statesman and champion of democracy has resonated far beyond Kenya’s borders.
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“ The Ministry acknowledges the heartfelt messages of sympathy and solidarity extended by members of the diplomatic corps during this period of national mourning,” read the statement in part.
Among those who signed the condolence book on Tuesday were Gisele Fernandez of Mexico, Ernest Ksora, Chargé d’Affaires of the South African High Commission, Guo Haiyan of the People’s Republic of China, and Witjaksono Adji of Indonesia.
The condolence book will remain open throughout the mourning period, allowing dignitaries, friends of Kenya, and citizens to pay tribute to the late leader whose influence continues to shape Kenya’s democratic journey.
Ruto announced the seven-day national mourning period for the late Raila Odinga, during which the Kenyan flag will be flown at half-mast in honour of the former Prime Minister.
“Raila Amolo Odinga’s name will forever be etched in the story of our republic: a story of struggle, sacrifice, courage, rule of law, hope, and our pursuit for excellence,” he said in a televised afternoon address at State House, Nairobi, on Wednesday, October 15, 2025.
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Ruto described Odinga as a patriot who dedicated his life to pursuing justice in Kenya, and whose ideals transcended politics.
“As a mark of respect, I have postponed all my public engagements for the coming days to join the nation in this period of mourning and deep reflection,” he said.
He further directed that all top Kenyan government officials and diplomats abroad shall not fly the national flag on their official cars from Wednesday, October 15, 2025 until the day of Odinga’s interment.
