Split opposition as some leaders keep off street protests
Several leaders of the United Opposition joined the planned the second anniversary of the Gen Z revolution despite Gachagua urging protesters to stay away from the streets...
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A split emerged within Kenya's United Opposition as some leaders participated in street protests marking the second anniversary of the Gen Z revolution on June 25, 2026, despite calls from former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua for citizens to stay away.
- Key opposition figures including Kalonzo Musyoka, Eugene Wamalwa, Martha Karua, former Chief Justice David Maraga, and Siaya Governor James Orengo were present at the protests in Nairobi.
- This demonstration occurred amidst a push for broader participation in public dissent.
- The article highlights a division within the opposition regarding the strategy for public engagement.
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Kenyan Opposition Splits on Gen Z Anniversary Protests - June 2026
Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua explained his boycott of the June 25 anniversary of the Gen Z protests as a strategic move to prevent violence in the Mt Kenya region. A split emerged within Kenya's United Opposition as some leaders participated in street protests marking the second anniversary on June 25, 2026, despite calls from Gachagua for citizens to stay away. Human rights activist Boniface Mwangi warned that grievances from the Gen Z protests, including the high cost of living and poor governance, remain unaddressed. Critics say Kenyan leaders are dismissive of protester demands and focused on 2027 elections rather than addressing youth concerns.
