Government Opposes June 25 Protests Amid Escalating Tensions - June 2026

Government Spokesperson Isaac Mwaura has definitively stated that June 25 will not be a public holiday, despite planned protests to commemorate victims of past demonstrations. The Kenyan government has opposed planned June 25 protests, fueled by escalating tensions over a nationwide matatu strike by operators demonstrating against increased fuel prices. At the same time, opposition leaders have joined the families of Gen Z victims, amidst a nationwide matatu strike called by operators protesting against rising fuel prices.