Former Prime Minister Raila Odinga and President Uhuru Kenyatta have a long-standing friendship, despite their past disagreements and challenges. They have consistently worked towards maintaining their friendship and cooperation over the years.
One particularly cherished photo shows the duo together, seemingly on their way somewhere, both carrying umbrellas and accompanied by bodyguards. This image captures a moment from their past, before they rose to their current positions of power and fame.
Raila Odinga, born on January 7, 1945, is a prominent Kenyan politician known to his supporters as Agwambo. He served as the Prime Minister of Kenya from 2008 to 2013, leading a coalition government during his tenure. Odinga is recognized for his political activism and has held various government positions, including Lang’ata MP, energy minister, and Minister for Roads, Public Works, and Housing.
President Uhuru Kenyatta, born on October 26, 1961, is the son of Kenya’s first president, Jomo Kenyatta. He attended St. Mary’s School in Nairobi and later studied economics, political science, and government at Amherst College in the United States. Kenyatta has served in several government positions, including Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Finance, before assuming the presidency.
The bond between Raila and Uhuru, captured in these rare photos, highlights a time before their political careers took off, showcasing a more personal and intimate side of their relationship.
