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“You don't want to live in the past. Everything in life is in the future. You don't want to continue to be buried in the past.”

Quote by Raila Odinga

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Raila Odinga is a prominent Kenyan politician who served as the Prime Minister of Kenya. Born on January 7, 1945, he has been a central figure in Kenyan politics for several decades. Odinga is known for his role in the opposition and his advocacy for political reforms. more

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