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June 8, 2025
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Kalonzo announces candlelight vigil to honour June 25 Gen Z protest victims

Kalonzo announces candlelight vigil to honour June 25 Gen Z protest victims

“On the 25th of June, I have this idea—that Kenyans should go there and light candles in front of the gates, because we must honour the young Kenyans who died or were injured during confrontations with the police,” Kalonzo said. - Kenya breaking news | Kenya news today | Ca..

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Kalonzo Musyoka, leader of Wiper, has announced a candlelight vigil on June 25 to honor the youth who lost their lives during protests against the Finance Bill, 2024.

  • At least 60 people died during the protests amidst police confrontation.
  • The vigil aims to commemorate the victims and has been dubbed “Gen Z Liberation Day”.
  • President William Ruto issued a public apology to the youth and later withdrew the controversial bill amid mounting pressure.

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