The United Opposition has strongly urged Kenyans to begin a nationwide boycott of all businesses, services, and institutions that are associated with President William Ruto and his political allies.
This call comes as a response to the deaths of innocent citizens during recent anti-government protests.
Speaking to the media on Tuesday evening, opposition leaders described the Ruto administration as a hostile regime that no longer represents the interests of the people.
They demanded urgent action across the country, encouraging Kenyans to take a firm stand against the current government.
Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua led the charge, accompanied by a group of vocal politicians.
They announced plans to release a public list naming individuals and companies believed to be connected to President Ruto and those allegedly responsible for violence, destruction, and looting during the demonstrations.
The leaders emphasized that ordinary citizens would also be invited to help identify and report businesses owned by the President’s allies.
These businesses would be included in the boycott. “We are making an official appeal to all Kenyans: do not buy from, work for, or associate with businesses, services, or institutions that belong to, are run by, or are publicly known to be connected with this regime and those supporting it,” the opposition stated firmly.
They went on to say, “We will unveil a comprehensive ‘list of shame’ and invite the public to share more information regarding any businesses tied to those on this list.”
The opposition leaders also leveled serious accusations at the government, alleging that the recent Saba Saba protests were infiltrated and manipulated by State agents.
According to them, they possess credible evidence indicating that the State sponsored some of the violence that occurred. They claimed that on the morning of July 7, individuals believed to be hired by the government were transported to areas known for opposing President Ruto’s leadership.
These individuals allegedly engaged in acts of looting and property destruction to tarnish the image of the protests and justify police violence.
In a strong statement, the opposition insisted that 2027—the year of the next general election—was too far away to wait for change, especially with what they described as a regime that has shown no restraint in using deadly force and persecuting its opponents.
They also warned Kenyans against participating in any activities organized or endorsed by supporters of Ruto’s government. This included events led by leaders like former Prime Minister Raila Odinga, who recently called for a national dialogue forum.
The opposition argued that such gatherings only serve to legitimize the actions of a government they believe has lost its moral authority.
“The people who have sponsored, enabled, and funded the violence we are witnessing will be held personally accountable. Neither rank nor title will protect them. Justice will eventually catch up with them, whether locally or internationally,” the opposition leaders warned.
They concluded their statement with a powerful message of determination and hope, vowing not to rest until the lives lost are fully accounted for and until the burden of what they called an oppressive regime is removed from the shoulders of the Kenyan people.
“Our mission will not end until every drop of innocent blood spilled is acknowledged and those responsible face justice. We will continue to resist until freedom and dignity are restored for all Kenyans,” they declared.
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