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Making of the Odinga dynasty: Inside story of how Jaramogi won the heart of Nyanza

Jaramogi Oginga Odinga (right), a prominent figure in Kenya's struggle for independence. Left, his son Raila Odinga and granddaughter Winnie Odinga (C). [File, Standard]

It is a political powerhouse that has stood the test of time, overcome extreme pressure from successive governments, caused personal losses to its lineage, and now faces an uncertain future.

The Odinga dynasty that Jaramogi Oginga Odinga built from scratch remains etched in the minds of many.

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