Families of people who were killed or injured during recent protests have announced plans to march to State House on Monday to demand justice and accountability from the government.
The families say the march is meant to draw national attention to the pain and suffering they have endured since losing their loved ones. Many of them claim that investigations into the deaths have been slow or unclear, leaving them without answers or closure.
According to the organisers, the march will be peaceful and will involve relatives of victims, human rights activists, and members of the public who support their call for justice. They plan to present a petition to the government, asking for independent investigations, prosecution of those responsible, and compensation for affected families.
Some family members said their loved ones were unarmed and were simply exercising their constitutional right to protest. They argue that no Kenyan should lose their life for expressing their views and that the state has a duty to protect its citizens.
Human rights groups have also voiced concern over the handling of protest-related violence, urging authorities to respect human rights and uphold the rule of law. They have called on the police to facilitate the march and ensure the safety of participants.
The planned march comes at a time when the country is facing heightened political tension and security concerns, with curfews imposed in some regions due to unrest. Despite this, the families say they are determined to be heard and will continue pushing for justice until concrete action is taken.
The government has not yet issued an official response to the planned march. However, the families hope that their action will prompt dialogue, accountability, and reforms to prevent similar tragedies in the future.
