Staff Reporter
PRESIDENT Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah has expressed deep sorrow following the passing of Kenya’s former Prime Minister, Raila Odinga, who died at the age of 80.
In a message of condolences, President Nandi-Ndaitwah described Odinga as a “distinguished Pan-Africanist who dedicated his life to the service of his nation and consistently championed the values of democracy, justice, and human rights.”
“On behalf of the Government and the people of the Republic of Namibia, I extend my heartfelt condolences to my dear brother, President William Ruto, to Mrs Ida Odinga, their children, the entire bereaved family, and to the people of the Republic of Kenya on the loss of the former Prime Minister,” the President said.
She reaffirmed Namibia’s solidarity with Kenya during this time of mourning, adding that the nation’s thoughts and prayers are with the Odinga family and the Kenyan people.
“I am confident that the people of Kenya will find strength and unity in overcoming this great loss, which has deeply touched not only your nation but the African continent and the world at large,” she added.
President Nandi-Ndaitwah concluded her message by stating: “May the soul of Comrade Raila Odinga rest in eternal peace.”
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