The Odinga family has once again been thrown into mourning, barely a month after the death of former Prime Minister and ODM party leader Raila Odinga.

This time, the family is grieving the loss of Beryl Achieng Odinga, a respected professional and daughter of the late Jaramogi Oginga Odinga.

Her death was confirmed on November 25, 2025, by her sister Ruth Odinga, who described the loss as deeply painful but accepted as God’s will.

In a heartfelt message shared on his X account, President William Ruto celebrated Beryl as a trailblazer whose work transformed urban development across the continent.

He noted that her professional journey took her from Kenya to Zimbabwe, where in the 1980s she emerged as a remarkable urban planner known for her dedication and expertise.

More recently, Beryl served as the Chairperson of the Nairobi Water and Sewerage Company from 2020. President Ruto acknowledged her leadership in driving reforms that strengthened the utility and improved service delivery for city residents.

He described her as a pioneering woman who opened doors for many others in the field of public service and urban development.

“We mourn the loss of a great intellectual,” the president wrote. “On my own behalf and that of all Kenyans, I convey heartfelt condolences to the family of the late Jaramogi Oginga Odinga. May God’s grace and comfort be with you during this difficult time.”

Ruth Odinga’s tribute honored Beryl as a devoted mother to Ami Auma, Chizi, and Taurai, and a cherished sister to Senator Oburu Oginga, the late Rt. Hon. Raila Odinga, and Akinyi Wenwa, among others.

She expressed gratitude for the time the family shared with Beryl and the impact she had on everyone around her.

Beryl’s passing comes just over a month after the death of her brother, former Prime Minister and ODM party leader Raila Odinga, compounding the grief within the Odinga family and across the nation.