Amnesty International unveils alarming findings from Gen Z Occupy Parliament protest
Amnesty International, alongside several human rights organizations, has published a new report detailing harrowing accounts from the Gen Z-led Occupy Parliament protest that occurred on June 25, 2024. The protest, which drew thousands of young Kenyans to Nairobi’s Central Business District (CBD), marked a pivotal moment in the ongoing struggle for social justice and accountability […]
‘Gen Zs are not fools, tell them the truth’ – Ezekiel Mutua
Music Copyright Society of Kenya (MCSK) Chief Executive Officer Ezekiel Mutua has emphasized the importance of honesty and transparency when engaging with Generation Z. Sharing on his X account on June 27, 2024, Ezekiel’s call to action came in the wake of Gen Z’s active participation in protests, despite President Ruto’s declaration of not signing […]
‘Going there has put us at ease’ – Activist Hanifa speaks after being grilled by DCI
Activist Hanifa Farsafi who is among vocal activists for Occupy Parliament protests, has expressed a sense of calm after her interaction with the authorities, emphasizing that she looks forward to the upcoming protest. As seen on her X account on June 24, 2024, Hanifa shed light on the aftermath of her encounter with the DCI. […]
‘Those protesting in the dark aren’t with us’ – Boniface Mwangi
Activist Boniface Mwangi has revealed that protestors who were demonstrating in the dark had been orchestrated by the government. The demonstration which drew participants from major towns across Kenya aimed to amplify voices demanding change in the Finance Bill 2024. As part of his request, Mwangi encouraged those who had attended the protest courtesy of […]
Mulamwah shares Mandazis with demonstrators during Finance Bill 2024 protests
Popular comedian Mulamwah has made a heartwarming gesture by joining the ‘Occupy Parliament’ protests in Nairobi and spreading a sense of unity among fellow demonstrators. In a display of solidarity, Mulamwah posted a video on his Instagram on June 20, 2024, showing him sharing mandazis (a beloved Kenyan snack) with protestors. The video shared captured […]
Khalwale hails his constituents for holding peaceful protests outside his office
Kakamega Senator Boni Khalwale has expressed appreciation for the peaceful demonstrations that were held by his constituents outside his office. Sharing on his X account on June 20, 2024, Khawale lauded his constituents for peacefully holding the protests and thanked police officers for allowing the peaceful demonstrations to take place. Further, Khalwale attached a video […]
‘Leo nimekula teargas’ – Jackie Matubia shares her encounter during demonstrations against Finance Bill 2024
Popular actress and producer Jackie Matubia found herself in the midst of chaos as she bravely joined protests against the Finance Bill 2024. Matubia joined a section of Kenyans on Tuesday, June 18, 2024, for protests dubbed Occupy Parliament, which coincided with the tabling of the Bill in the House. Despite the risks, Matubia stood […]