Protests led by Kenya’s Gen Z youth have officially begun in the Nairobi Central Business District (CBD) this morning, Wednesday, June 25, as planned.
The demonstrations, which are being held in honour of young Kenyans who lost their lives during last year’s anti-government protests, are already drawing large crowds and gaining national attention.
By 9:00 a.m., hundreds of young people had gathered at the Kenyatta Avenue Roundabout, with others joining from nearby streets and neighbourhoods.
Dressed mostly in black, many of the protesters are carrying placards, flowers, and candles as they march in remembrance of the fallen, sending a powerful and emotional message to the government and fellow citizens.
The peaceful procession is moving along key routes in the city centre, including Moi Avenue, City Hall Way, and Harambee Avenue, before heading towards Parliament and the President’s Office.
Organisers have urged participants to maintain order and avoid any confrontation with authorities. Chants, songs, and symbolic acts like candle lighting and flower-laying are taking place throughout the procession, reflecting the solemn but determined tone of the event.
The protests are highly organised and largely coordinated through social media platforms, where the youth have been mobilising using hashtags such as #JusticeForOurMashujaa, #GenZPower, and #NeverForgetKE.
These digital tools have played a crucial role in uniting Kenyans across different regions, with similar demonstrations expected in Mombasa, Kisumu, Nakuru, Eldoret, and other major towns later in the day.
In anticipation of the demonstrations, security has been tightened across the CBD. Police officers have been deployed strategically at various points, with both uniformed and plainclothes officers patrolling the area.
Some businesses in the city centre remained closed, while others operated with heightened security. Despite the heavy police presence, the mood among protesters remains calm and focused on their mission.
The Wiper Democratic Movement and other opposition figures have reiterated their support for the protests, dismissing earlier misinformation suggesting they had withdrawn.
Kalonzo Musyoka and other leaders confirmed they would stand with the youth in their peaceful demonstration for justice and accountability.
This year’s protest marks exactly one year since the tragic events of June 2024, when dozens of young people were killed during anti-Finance Bill demonstrations.
Today’s actions serve not only as a memorial but also as a renewed call for reforms, transparency, and respect for democratic rights.
As the march progresses, the Gen Z movement is once again demonstrating its strength, organisation, and commitment to a better Kenya.
The youth are sending a clear message: they will not be silenced, and they will continue to demand change—peacefully but firmly.
More updates will follow as the day unfolds.
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