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The Legacy of Fear: How the Shadow of Jaramogi Oginga Odinga Shaped Kenya's Political Landscape In the annals of Kenya's political history, the events of 1969 stand out as a defining moment marked by fear, coercion, and manipulation. The political tension surrounding Jaramogi Oginga Odinga's candidature led to a series of oath-taking ceremonies in Gatundu that forever altered the fabric of Kenyan society. Understanding this historical context is crucial, especially when contemporary politicians attempt to invoke these dark chapters for political gain. The Fear of Jaramogi and the Birth of the Gatundu Oath The roots of the infamous Gatundu oath can be traced back to the fear and propaganda surrounding Jaramogi Oginga Odinga, the former vice-president and then-leader of the opposition. By 1969, the political landscape in Kenya was charged with tension. The assassination of Cabinet Minister Tom Mboya on 5th July 1969 had already set a volatile backdrop. Within this context, Pr
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10 Presidents descend on Kampala for opening of Gaddafi National Mosque

KAMPALA - Libyan president Col. Muammar Gadaffi arrives in Uganda this weekend for the official opening of the new mosque at Old Kampala, scheduled for March 19. Ten other African heads of governments are expected to grace the function which will end in a prayer conducted by Gadaffi at Nakivubo Stadium the same day. He will also close the Afro-Arab conference going on in Munyonyo Resort.

Ethics and integrity state minister Dr. Nsaba Buturo said leaders from Rwanda, Kenya, Chad, Sudan, Tanzania, Burundi, Senegal, Mali and Niger will arrive between March 17 and 19. The mosque, named after the Libyan leader, is surrounded by the Uganda Muslim Supreme Council offices, a computer laboratory and conference hall. “It is a magnificent piece of architecture that will add to Kampala’s beauty. It is a pride not only for Muslims but for Ugandans,” Buturo said yesterday.
He added that the Government was interested in the event in order to promote unity among the different religions in the country.

Meanwhile, Kampala resident district commissioner, Alice Muwanguzi, has said the security in the city may increase because of the presidents’ visit. “You might be asked by security personnel to identify yourself, but please cooperate.” Muwanguzi was commissioning the Namungoona One Cooperative Savings and Credit Society in Lubya parish, Lubaga Division on Thursday. “The area around Nakivubo Stadium will be sealed off. Some roads will be inaccessible,” she said.
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