Dozens injured, heavy security in Kenya as Odinga mourned before burial
Summary
Dozens of people were injured during a memorial event for Raila Odinga, the former Prime Minister of Kenya, in Kisumu. The injuries happened despite heavy security measures following earlier incidents of violence during the memorial proceedings. Raila Odinga's body was being moved to Bondo for burial, drawing large crowds throughout the mourning period.Key Facts
- Raila Odinga, former Kenyan Prime Minister, died at age 80 following a heart attack in India.
- Dozens of people were injured in Kisumu during a memorial event for Odinga.
- Security was high at the event due to previous violent incidents during the memorial period.
- Five people died in earlier violent incidents during the memorial proceedings.
- Raila Odinga's body was transported to his ancestral home in Bondo for burial.
- Large crowds have attended the mourning events, including some incidents of violence.
- Prominent figures, including President Ruto and Somali President Mohamud, attended the state funeral.
- Former U.S. President Barack Obama honored Odinga as a champion of democracy.
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