Ruth Odinga
Profile
Ruth Odinga is a Kenyan politician currently serving as the Woman Representative for Kisumu County in the National Assembly. A member of the Orange Democratic Movement, she is a prominent advocate for women's rights and leadership. Previously, she served as the first Deputy Governor of Kisumu County from 2013 to 2017 and later worked as a senior advisor to the Governor. She is the founder of the Kenya Network of Women Governors and has been recognized for her contributions to gender equality in Kenyan politics.
Details
- Birth place
- Kenya
- Education
- Xaverian Primary School, The Kenya High School, Mutare Girls High School, University of Oslo
- Career
- Deputy Governor of Kisumu County, Senior Advisor to the Governor, Director of Special Programs and Disaster Management

