Winnie Odinga got people talking online again. She put up a really personal post on Instagram with a photo of her dad, Raila Odinga, who passed away October while getting medical help overseas.
A lot of Kenyans feel like there will always be a hole left by his death.
Winnie’s caption talked about how sad she still is and how much she misses her dad, even months after he was buried.
Her emotional words got a lot of support from her followers and well-known people.
Kenya News Agency says that the online reaction shows that grief can stick around for a long time, even after everyone else has stopped mourning.
Lots of folks have sent comforting messages, sharing their own memories and honoring Raila’s life and Winnie’s bravery in showing how she feels.
Some people mentioned that losing a parent is really personal and doesn’t happen on any set schedule, no matter how long it’s been.
Others said Winnie is doing a good thing by reminding everyone that public figures are regular people too, and their pain doesn’t disappear just because time passes.
Since her dad died, Winnie Odinga has still been a part of the national conversation. She’s been to memorial events and shared moments that show how much she misses him and how committed she is to continuing what he stood for.
Her latest post also reminded people that everyone grieves differently. These feelings can come back when you least expect them and keep shaping you long after the services are over.
Kenyans all over are still thinking about Raila Odinga’s life and what he meant to the country.
Winnie’s touching tribute has started up talks again about love, what people leave behind, and how loss quietly sticks with you.
It’s also brought people together to remember him, showing that even when people are sad, there’s still room for community, caring, and understanding.
By Newshub