The families of the youths who were killed during the anti-government protests in Kenya in 2024-2025 have started a non-violent march to the State House in Nairobi, and they want the government to give them the justice, accountability, and compensation that they have been waiting for for a long time. The march, which has been organized by the parents, brothers, sisters, and other relatives of the deceased, began at Jeevanjee Gardens very early Monday morning so that the direct meeting with President William Ruto can take place.
The same president who they are accusing of not dealing with their issues even though he made promises to them many times.
The families argue that it has been more than a year since the main victims of protests were killed, including Rex Masai, and still no police officer has been punished for the murders or the injuries caused during the unrest. The group claims that the inaction in areas of justice and reparations has caused many public trust consumers to feel neglected. They also want the authorities to finally carry out the compensation measures that have been previously announced and also provide help for those who have long-term medical and psychological needs as a result of the protest.
The marchers pointed out that today’s event is a peaceful petition and not an oppositional confrontation; thus, participants are carrying flowers and the Kenyan national flag as symbols of mourning and respect. The families referred to Article 37 of the Constitution, which gives the right to peaceful assembly and petitioning of authorities, while asking for police protection for all marchers. As the demonstration gets closer to the State House, both Kenyans and human rights activists are eager to see how the government will respond to the families’ urgent requests for justice and acknowledgment of their loss.
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