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Eric Omondi to host rival Mashujaa Day event in honour of Gen Zs who died during anti-govt protests

Ascah Mwango
Kenyan comedian Eric Omondi. PHOTO/@ericomondi/Instagram
Kenyan comedian Eric Omondi. PHOTO/@ericomondi/Instagram

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Comedian Eric Omondi has announced plans to hold a rival mega event on October 20, 2024, as Kenya celebrates Mashujaa Day.

Omondi, who has been an outspoken advocate for good governance, says his event will honour those who lost their lives outside parliament during the Gen Z-led anti-government protests.

In a video posted online, Omondi is seen singing a reworked version of Wimbo wa Historia while standing in a cemetery. The song reflects on the events of June 25, with Omondi mentioning the names of some of those who perished during the protest march to parliament.

“As they celebrate Mashujaa Day on October 20, we will also host a mega event to celebrate our heroes! Our shujaas!” Omondi stated in his caption.

According to the Kenya National Commission on Human Rights (KNCHR), 39 people lost their lives during the protests, nearly double the government’s previous figure. KNCHR also reported that 361 individuals were injured between June 18 and July 1, while 32 cases of enforced disappearances and 627 arrests were documented.

The initially peaceful anti-tax demonstrations, largely led by Gen Z protesters, turned violent after lawmakers passed controversial tax legislation. Following the announcement of the vote, protesters stormed and partially burned the parliament building, with police responding by firing live ammunition.

Mashujaa Day

Meanwhile, this year’s official Mashujaa Day celebrations will be held in Kwale County. National Celebrations Steering Committee chair Raymond Omollo and Kwale Governor Fatuma Achani recently inspected the ongoing construction at Kwale Stadium, which is being prepared to host at least 10,000 attendees.

Mashujaa Day, also known as Heroes’ Day, is observed annually on October 20 to honour those who contributed to Kenya’s fight for independence and those who have positively contributed to post-independence Kenya.

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