An emotional silence swept through the crowd as Raila Odinga’s casket was slowly lowered into the ground — adorned with his iconic cap resting gently on top. The symbolic gesture moved thousands of mourners who had gathered to witness the final farewell to one of Kenya’s most influential political figures.
The cap, a trademark of Raila’s signature look throughout his decades-long political journey, represented his enduring connection with the people — a man of the struggle, the voice of the voiceless, and a leader who never shied away from the fight for democracy. As the coffin descended, chants of “Baba! Baba!” filled the air, echoing through the emotional crowd.
Family members, close allies, and dignitaries stood solemnly as the final rites were performed, marking the end of an era. Tears flowed freely as the realization sank in that the man fondly known as Baba had taken his final rest.
The presence of his cap — simple yet deeply meaningful — served as a powerful reminder of Raila’s humility and resilience. It was not just a burial but the closing chapter of a lifetime dedicated to justice, reform, and the dream of a better Kenya.
As the casket disappeared beneath the soil of his Bondo home, many mourners could be heard whispering prayers and promises to continue his legacy. Raila Odinga’s burial may have ended, but the spirit of his struggle, symbolized by that cap, will live on in the hearts of millions.
