Raila Odinga Junior, the youngest son to the late Kenyan Prime Minister Raila Odinga and Ida Odinga, is married to Yvonne Andega Kibukosya, a talented and accomplished Kenyan woman from a well-known musical family. The two joined hands in 2011 in Windsor Golf Hotel and Country Club in a lavish ceremony in Nairobi. Raila Odinga Junior wife, Yvonne, is said to be Junior’s confidant, supporting him through thick and thin.
The couple reportedly tied the knot in an elegant ceremony attended by close family and friends, symbolizing unity between politics and art in Kenya’s modern generation.s
Raila Junior during his father’s funeral
During his father’s burial in Bondo, Siaya County, Junior left mourners in awe after calling his wife to the podium and showering her wife with affection.
“My sweetheart, my lovely ichungwa, someone who understands me, nyaber, nyamalo, wave to them, sweetheart,” he said before pecking her on the forehead.
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Raila Junior often speaks highly of his wife, crediting her with being a strong pillar of support in his personal journey, especially during his health challenges, including his battle with a benign tumor that affected his voice.
Their marriage stands as a testament to love, partnership, and mutual respect amid the demanding world of politics and public scrutiny.
Who is Yvonne Andega Kibukosya?
Yvonne is the daughter of the celebrated musicians; Susan Kibukosya and Teddy Josiah, members of the legendary group “Tattu.” This background has made her familiar with creativity, art, and public life from an early age.
Yvonne is known for her humility, grace, and intelligence. Though she keeps a low public profile, she occasionally appears at major Odinga family functions and public events alongside her husband.
Unlike many political spouses, Raila Odinga Junior wife avoids controversy and social media attention, preferring to focus on her career and personal life.
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Who are Raila Odinga Junior children?
Yvonne and Raila Junior have been married for several years, maintaining a relatively private and respectful relationship despite their public profiles. The couple is blessed with two beautiful children; Lion and Jaramogi.
Together, Yvonne and Raila Junior represent Kenya’s youthful and progressive generation—one that balances tradition, modernity, and purpose while maintaining strong family values.
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