Also known as: ODM · ODM Party · Orange party
Orange Democratic Movement — Kenyan political party experiencing factional divisions between Linda Mwananchi and Linda Ground movements over late Raila Odinga's legacy, amid government participation in Broad-Based arrangement.
The ODM-linked Linda Mwananchi faction is preparing to hold a rally in Kisumu on Sunday amid a battle for political influence in the region long associated with the late Raila Odinga, with control of Kisumu viewed as a significant symbolic and strategic win.
25 April 2026 · The Standard →
The ODM-linked Linda Mwananchi faction is preparing to hold a rally in Kisumu on Sunday amid a battle for political influence in the region long associated with the late Raila Odinga, with control of Kisumu viewed as a significant symbolic and strategic win.
25 April 2026 · The Standard →
Siaya Governor James Orengo has warned President William Ruto against any attempt to weaken or take over the Orange Democratic Movement, saying the party remains anchored in its founding ideals and leadership. Speaking ahead of planned Linda Wanainchi rallies, Orengo said the movement within ODM is determined to defend the party's identity, legacy and political direction.
25 April 2026 · The Standard →
ODM party leader Dr. Oburu Oginga has rejected Siaya Governor James Orengo's claims that Oburu is unfit to lead and Orengo's declaration that he is the rightful party boss, insisting his election by ODM members is legitimate and binding. Oburu also criticized ODM Secretary General Edwin Sifuna for defying party structures, as factional tensions within the party escalate.
24 April 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Siaya Governor James Orengo declared himself the "people's party leader" within ODM on Friday, accusing the current party leadership of damaging Raila Odinga's legacy and allowing the party to be threatened by the ruling UDA. Orengo framed Linda Mwananchi as a corrective movement within ODM aimed at safeguarding its unity, as the faction prepares for rallies in Kisumu and Vihiga over the weekend.
24 April 2026 · Citizen Digital →
Alego Usonga MP Samuel Atandi has cautioned the Linda Mwananchi faction against disrespecting ODM party leader Oburu Oginga ahead of their planned Sunday rally in Kisumu. The Inspector General of Police has assured the Linda Mwananchi team that security will be provided for the rally, while urging organisers to comply with the law.
24 April 2026 · Citizen Digital →