Lawyer turned Political activist Morara Kebaso has revealed why he will not attend the parallel Mashujaa Day celebration organised by Eric Omondi at Uhuru Park.
Taking to his X account on Thursday, October 17, 2024, Morara, said that he does not know who has funded and sponsored Eric Omondi’s event and that’s why he will not be in attendance.
Additionally, the activist went on to say that he also does not know the agenda and what the organisers of the event intend to achieve.
He however stated that on the same day, he will be having the same event in Narok County adding that his event would be a symbolic one as he would start by conducting civic education.
“On October 20 I will be in Narok, I will start with the grassroots giving civic education. I will not be attending the event at Uhuru Park because I don’t know who has funded and sponsored that event. I don’t know what they want to gain from that event,” Morara said.
Morara event in Narok
On October 16, 2024, Morara revealed plans to hold a parallel Mashujaa Day celebration in Narok town on October 20, 2024.
Morara said that his event would be a symbolic one as he would lead a clean-up exercise in Narok during the national holiday.
“We acknowledge what other leaders are doing to bring change in Kenya. In remembrance of our fallen and standing heroes, we will support every effort in our shared vision of a new Kenya.
“On 20th Mashujaa Day, we will be in Narok for a symbolic cleanup. The meeting point will be communicated,” Morara said in a post on X on Wednesday, October 16, 2024.
On the urge to hold another protest against the government, Morara revealed what he would like to be done before that happens.
“To those who have asked for urgent street protests against the ills of this government, I agree with you. However, I urge you to remember the need to build momentum before you engage.
“Civic education is still needed in 70% of our nation for a national consensus on the change we want. This struggle is for all of us. It should not be left to the youthful Gen Z or the people in towns and cities. We need everyone on board,” he added.
Eric’s Uhuru Park event
Eric Omondi while mobilizing people to attend the event at Uhuru Park said that his plans are to honour the young people who died during the previous anti-government protest.
“Calling upon Kenyans from all corners of this nation to join us as we celebrate our fallen heroes at Uhuru Park this Sunday, 20th. Carry a flag and a candle. The program starts at 9 AM. Don’t miss,” he announced.
Mashujaa day celebration
Mashujaa Day is observed annually on October 20 to honour individuals who played a significant role in Kenya’s independence struggle and those who have contributed positively to the country’s post-independence development in all spheres.
President Ruto is expected to lead this year’s Mashujaa Day celebrations, which will take place in Kwale County.
