Activist Mwangi warns of unresolved Gen Z protest grievances
"The anger that began two years ago is still there," Mwangi said, adding that authorities anticipated widespread disruption despite declaring it a normal working day...
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Human rights activist and presidential aspirant Boniface Mwangi warns that the grievances fueling the Gen Z protests from two years ago, including the high cost of living and poor governance, remain unaddressed.
- Mwangi stated that public anger has not subsided and that the government's heavy-handed response to the June 25 anniversary demonstrations, which saw significant police deployment and roadblocks, indicates a continued fear of public dissatisfaction.
- Boniface Mwangi, an activist and presidential aspirant, believes the memories of those who died during the 2024 anti-Finance Bill protests continue to inspire demands for accountability.
- He urged Kenyans to engage in meaningful political participation and to reject tribal politics, which he identified as a major obstacle to reform ahead of next year's General Election.
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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.
