Ida Odinga: My net worth is about Ksh500M
By Valerian Khakayi, February 20, 2026The late former Prime Minister Raila Odinga’s wife, Ida Odinga, has revealed that her net worth stands at approximately Ksh500 million, while clarifying the distinction between her personal wealth and that of the larger Odinga family.
Speaking before the National Assembly Committee on Defence, Intelligence and Foreign Relations, chaired by MP Nelson Koech, on Friday, February 20, 2026, during vetting following her nomination as Kenya’s Permanent Representative to the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP), Ida explained that some assets belong to her individually, while others are family properties in which she holds an interest.
“My net worth, Mr Chairman, this is a very interesting question because there are things that belong to me, Ida, and then there are things that belong to the Odinga family, in which I also have an interest, but my net worth is about Ksh 500 million,” Ida Odinga revealed.
Diplomatic role
Her nomination was announced on January 23, 2026, and is now before the National Assembly for vetting and approval, as required by the Constitution.
If Parliament gives the green light, Ida Odinga will take over from former Sports Cabinet Secretary Ababu Namwamba, who has held the UNEP position since January 2025.
The role is based in Nairobi, which hosts the global headquarters of UNEP, making it one of the most strategic UN postings for Kenya.
As Permanent Representative to UNEP, Ida Odinga would become Kenya’s official voice at the United Nations on environmental matters.
Her job would be to represent the country in high-level meetings, assemblies, and international forums where global environmental policies are discussed and shaped.
She would speak on Kenya’s behalf, negotiate positions, and help influence decisions that affect climate change, conservation, pollution control, and sustainable development.
Beyond representation, the role involves constant engagement with other countries, diplomats, and international organisations. She would work to advance Kenya’s interests, build alliances, and ensure the country plays an active role in global environmental diplomacy.
Part of her duty would also be to keep the Kenyan government informed about key developments at UNEP and advise on emerging global environmental issues.
With such responsibilities come significant privileges. As a senior diplomat, Ida Odinga would enjoy full diplomatic immunity while performing her official duties, as provided under the Vienna Convention on Diplomatic Relations.