Raila Odinga: A Luo Leader’s Journey (Part 10)
A Champion of the Luo Community For the Luo Nation, Raila Amolo Odinga was more than a political leader, he was our champion, our voice, and our pride. He carried […]
Raila Odinga: A Luo Leader’s Journey (Part 9)
Post 2017 election standoff In a bold and unprecedented move, on 30 January 2018, Raila Odinga took an unofficial oath as the “People’s President” at Uhuru Park, Nairobi, before tens […]
Raila Odinga: A Luo Leader’s Journey (Part 8)
The Five Campaigns for Presidency Five times Raila Odinga sought the presidency of Kenya – in 1997, 2007, 2013, 2017, and 2022. Five times, he believed he had won the […]
Raila Odinga: A Luo Leader’s Journey (Part 7)
The Committee of Experts: Building Consensus (2008-2010) In March 2009, the government established a Committee of Experts (CoE) led by Nzamba Kitonga to draft a new constitution. This time, the […]
Raila Odinga: A Luo Leader’s Journey (Part 6)
The Long Road to the 2010 Constitution: A Forty-Year Struggle If any single achievement defines Raila Odinga’s legacy, it is the 2010 Constitution of Kenya, a document that fundamentally transformed […]
Raila Odinga: A Luo Leader’s Journey (Part 5)
2007: The Stolen Election and Kenya’s Darkest Hour The 2007 presidential election was Raila Odinga’s finest campaign and Kenya’s greatest electoral tragedy. Running under the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) banner […]
Raila Odinga: A Luo Leader’s Journey (Part 4)
The 1997 Campaign: A Third-Place Finish and Political Maturity In Kenya’s 1997 General Election, Raila Odinga made his first bid for the presidency under the NDP banner. Running against the […]
Raila Odinga: A Luo Leader’s Journey (Part 3)
Father and Son: A Painful Divergence The relationship between Raila and his father was not without its tensions. Even before Jaramogi’s death, cracks had appeared in their political partnership. At […]
Raila Odinga: A Luo Leader’s Journey (Part 2)
Years of Detention and the Birth of a Fighter The 1980s defined Raila Odinga’s character through fire and steel. In 1982, following an attempted coup by Kenya Air Force officers, […]
Raila Odinga: A Luo Leader’s Journey (Part 1)
The People’s Champion, Father of Democracy January 7, 1945 – October 15, 2025 It is with profound grief and heavy hearts that the Luo community mourns the passing of our […]
In Loving Memory of Justine Oryema, Chief Whip, LNC
Sunset: 01 August 2025 “The memory of the righteous is a blessing.” — Proverbs 10:7 The LNC fraternity stands together in mourning and remembrance of our dear comrade and Chief […]
Land: The Most Valuable Resource for Acholi’s Future
By Okello P’ Okumu, (2023) BALALO! BALALO! BALALO! These are trying times. I have always emphasized that in this world, only two resources are truly indispensable – land and water. […]
The False Promise of Pan-Africanism
By Nokrach, O. (2025) The Rotten Core of Pan-Africanism From its inception, pan-Africanism was built on a shaky foundation, one rooted not in shared values or interests but in skin […]
Origins of Acholi Chiefdoms in Lamwo, Uganda
By Lamac, A. (2023) Chiefdom Formation in Lamwo and North-Central Acholiland The formation of Acholi chiefdoms in northern Uganda, especially in the north-central region around Lamwo, offers valuable insights into […]
Forex & CFD Trading: How it works and how to Start.
By Odongo E. (2024) What Are CFDs and How Does Online Trading Really Work? CFDs, or Contracts for Difference, are financial instruments that allow traders to speculate on the price […]
Tribe? No – The Luo are a Nation, not a Tribe.
By Ochieng K. Ogola (2023) It is absolutely essential to distinguish between tribes and nations. The Luo are a nation, not a tribe. The term tribe is a colonial imposition; […]
The Cost of Political Exclusion in Kenya
By Ogbandah, G. (2025) In Kenya’s political landscape, exclusion is a strategy deeply woven into the fabric of governance. Alarmingly, some groups have perpetuated this system, using elections as a […]
PINY DONG COK KI RUU
Tye aboka lam! Cwiny dano opong ki cwiny me kuc ki diro me dongo lobo. Angaa ma pe ngeyo ni Acoli kombedi ni mito kuc? Kuc okato wa pi kare […]
KODI LUO TUM KU
Kodi pa luo! Kodi pa oteka, Oteka ma wilobo ducu ngeyo Oteka lweny ma dano weng ngeyo. Acel kiken! Acel kiken ma ongayo Wang dul dano me lobo ma pat […]
RIBE AYE TEKO – WAN ACIEL – THE LUO AWAKENING
Luo land p’Luo, forever our own, No force can shake what our roots have grown. Let us stand together, steadfast and true, For the land of the Luo — PinyLuo […]
Meet Miss AgroTourism – Queen Awidi Lakeri
In Northern Uganda, Queen Awidi Lakeri stands out as more than just a beauty queen; she passionately advocates for Agrotourism, cultural preservation, and rural empowerment. As Miss Agrotourism Northern Uganda, […]
Showcasing Owolo Pride in Pinyluo Lamwo/Acoli
by Lamac, A. (2024) In every society, communities take pride in their heritage based on their origins, cultural values, language, heroes, and socio-political achievements. Among the Nilotic peoples, particularly in […]
APAA: CUI BONO? WHO GAINS FROM THE BLOODSHED?
By Nokrach, O. (2025) In legal and political analysis, cui bono? — Latin for who benefits? — is a powerful question. To truly understand what is happening in Apaa, we […]
LNC: Advancing Luo Unity through WAN ACIEL Philosophy
By Nokrach, O., (2023) What is WAN ACIEL? The Luo National Congress (LNC) is a cultural and political institution centered around the Luo people, united by the guiding principle of […]
The Life-Changing Power of the Mind
By Gook A., (2025) In a psychological experiment, a prisoner was sentenced to death by hanging, but a group of scientists wanted to test the limits of human belief and […]
Not Yet Uhuru: Lingering Chains of Black Colonial States
By Nokrach, O. (2025) Nearly sixty years ago, Jaramogi Oginga Odinga penned the powerful words: “Not Yet Uhuru.” Today, those words remain as relevant as ever. NOT YET UHURU By […]
The Origin and Birth Order of the Paloga Chiefdom
By Lamac A. (2023) Origins of Paloga Leadership Originally, the Ker (chieftainship) of Paloga resided in the Pocu Kal lineage of the Pacuu/Pocu clan. However, leadership eventually shifted to their […]
Meet Marilyn Lapwoc | Visionary in Post-Production & Animation
Marilyn Lapwoc is a Ugandan post-production supervisor & animator with credits on DSTV shows and Mastercard Foundation films, specializing in visual storytelling. She is an energetic and forward-thinking creative […]
Why There’s a Leadership Crisis in the Acoli Sub-Region
By Olak, M. (2025) — Educationist, Political Critic & Researcher The Acoli sub-region, comprising eight districts—Gulu, Kitgum, Pader, Amuru, Nwoya, Agago, Lamwo, and Omoro—continues to grapple with a deep-rooted leadership […]
Arise, Shine, and Claim Your Destiny, Pinyluo.
By Luo Atera (Alert), 2025 A Message of Hope and Empowerment to the Luo Community “The least of you will become a thousand, the smallest a mighty nation. I, the […]
LNC: Advancing Luo Unity through WAN ACIEL Philosophy
By Nokrach, O., (2023) What is WAN ACIEL? The Luo National Congress (LNC) is a cultural and political institution centered around the Luo people, united by the guiding principle of […]
A warm welcome to our new member Rev. Benjamin Oyeye
By Ochanda, R. (2025) Good morning, Juluo Family! Please join me in warmly welcoming Reverend Benjamin Oyeye to our forum. Reverend Oyeye is from my sub-county and hails from Acher […]
A People Under Siege: LUO Struggle to Defend Their Land from Nuer Aggression
By Agalo, M (2023) Gambella people are grappling with the influx of hundreds of thousands of Nuer refugees. Many of these refugees, having overstayed their welcome, are now demanding land. […]
Who are the Luo? Exploring Their Roots Across Africa
The Luo people form a group of ethnicities spread across East Africa, Central Africa, and parts of the Horn of Africa. They not only share a rich cultural and linguistic […]
Ethnic Politics in Kenya: A Case for Deeper Devolution
By Nokrach O. (2025) Understanding Voting Patterns Logically, the Kikuyu who inhabit a geographical area called “Mount Kenya” will have their own interests particular to that area and therefore vote […]
The Decline and Collapse of African Indigenous Independent Nations/States (1884-2024)
By Lamac A. (2024) The Origins: Berlin Conference and the Scramble for Africa It all began in the mind of Otto von Bismarck, who, at the request of King Leopold […]
The Leadership Crisis in Acoli – Causes, Effects, and Solutions.
by Opwonya N. (2025) Understanding the Leadership Crisis in Acoli The leadership crisis in Acoli stems from the region’s historical defeat by the NRA. When a population is subdued by […]
The Resurgence of the Catholic Church in Acoli: A New Front Against Destruction
By Nokrach, O. (2025) After Museveni did everything to dismantle the Catholic Church in Central Pinyluo, the church has reemerged as the epicentre of resistance to the destruction of Acoli. […]
The Authenticity of Cultural Norms and Power Struggles Among the Acoli in Aconya
By Lamac A. (2024) The history of the Acoli people reveals the intricate interplay of cultural norms, leadership structures, and power dynamics within their society. One pivotal aspect of this […]
The Lucrative Trade and Rising Demand for Nile Perch Maws: A Hidden Treasure in Nam Lolwe (Lake Victoria)
Introduction Nile perch maws, the swim bladders of one of Africa’s largest freshwater fish, have emerged as a highly sought-after commodity in international markets. Despite being relatively unknown to many […]
Time to Reclaim Our Heritage: The true Identity of the Luo People
By Lamac Ayella (2023). Who Are we? For centuries, our true ethnic identity has remained shrouded in ambiguity. Today, many of us identify with names such as “Luo,” “Lwoo,” “Luuo,” […]
Pain, Growth, and the Fail-Safe Design: A Lesson from the Masai and the LNC
By Nokrach (2025). It is natural to avoid pain, but is it always bad for you? Going to the gym, pushing through exercise, and stepping out of your comfort zone […]
The Balaalo Invasion: A Silent Land Takeover
By Opwonya Nokrach (2024) The invasion has begun. They first entered Nwoya, near the Pinyluo border. Now, they are attacking the heart of Aswa, and advancing into Ngomoromo, Apaa, and […]
PinyLuo Cultural Festival: A Celebration of Luo Heritage and Unity
By Akinyi (2024) The 4th Piny Luo Cultural Festival was a vibrant showcase of Luo culture, traditions, and heritage, held from December 31, 2024, to January 2, 2025, at Migwena […]
Why is Ogenga Otunnu in the News? The Controversy Surrounding Pinyluo Acoli Land.
By Nokrach (2024) Introduction: A Land Controversy Unfolds Ogenga Otunnu has recently found himself at the center of a major land dispute that has shaken the people of Pinyluo Acoli. […]
Beware: Unconscionable Loans Offered To Vulnerable Joluo.
By Ogola (2023) Any person within Kisumu County facing unconscionable attachment of livestock by an organization called MyFugo Innovations Ltd and an auctioneer called Top Leaf Auctioneers, and who is […]
Money Laundering Through Money Lenders.
By Ogola (2023) Money laundering through money lenders has become a weapon used against Joluo everywhere. The proceeds of corruption, the money looted from the Primeministers Office, Temagalo, NSSF, GOLDENBERG, […]
What is LNC – Luo National Congress?
By Nokrach (2023) LNC (Luo National Council) is a Luo-centric institution that applies the philosophy of WAN ACIEL in all its actions. Unlike many organizations that adopt empty mantras, LNC […]
The Cornerstone of LNC Mobilisation.
By Nokrach (2023) To harnest the interests of individual Joluo in order to benefit Pinyluo such that as individual Joluo are fighting to put food on their family tables, without […]
Understanding Luo Integration: A Vision for the Future
By Opwonya Nokrach (2023) Luo Integration is about the future. LNC promotes Luo interests in East African, ensuring legality and safety for all members. The Ogenga Otunnu Matter While the […]