Raila Odinga’s Younger Sister Beryl Achieng Dies

Nairobi, November 25, 2025 – The Odinga family is in mourning once again. Beryl Achieng Odinga, younger sister to the late former Prime Minister Raila Odinga, passed away on Tuesday morning at Nairobi West Hospital after a prolonged illness.

The news was announced by Siaya Senator Dr. Oburu Oginga Odinga and Kisumu Woman Representative Ruth Odinga through separate social media posts.

“It is with heavy hearts, yet in humble acceptance of God’s will, that we announce the sudden passing of Beryl Achieng Odinga, my sister,” wrote Dr. Oburu. Ruth Odinga echoed the same message, describing her sister as a devoted mother and a pillar of the family.

Beryl was the daughter of Kenya’s first Vice President, the late Jaramogi Oginga Odinga, and Mama Mary Ajuma Oginga. She is survived by three children: Ami Auma, Chizi, and Taurai.

Unlike her prominent brothers Raila and Oburu, who spent decades in the public eye, Beryl lived a private life away from politics.

She rarely appeared in the media and maintained a low profile even during major family and national events.

Her death comes barely six weeks after the passing of Raila Odinga on October 15, 2025, while undergoing treatment in India.

Beryl Achieng Odinga

Sources close to the family revealed that Beryl had also been receiving medical care in India earlier this year and was too ill to return home for her brother’s funeral in Bondo last month.

The double tragedy has deeply shaken the Odinga family and their supporters across the country.

Messages of condolence have poured in from political leaders, ordinary Kenyans, and longtime allies of the family.

Former Vice President Kalonzo Musyoka, a close associate of the Odingas, described Beryl as a warm and gracious woman who always welcomed visitors with kindness.

Several leaders from the Azimio coalition also sent messages of comfort to the family.

Funeral arrangements are underway, with the body expected to be moved to the family home in Bondo, Siaya County, in the coming days.

A memorial service is likely to be held in Nairobi before burial in Bondo, following Luo customs and family tradition.

The Odinga family has requested privacy as they grieve and finalize burial plans.

May Beryl Achieng Odinga rest in eternal peace.