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Devolution and land rights: Why Raila held sway in Coast for years

Mombasa residents mourn former Prime Minister Raila Amolo Odinga, on 0ctober 16, 2025. [Omondi Onyango, Standard]

Raila Odinga held a firm grip on Coast politics for over two decades, largely due to his persistent push for land reforms, devolution, and human rights-including his strong advocacy for the interests of the Muslim community, observers have noted.

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