Uncertainty Looms as Anti-Ruto Protests Intensify


Emboldened by the 2010 Constitution, which transformed the country into an open and democratic society, an unprecedented and forceful grassroots movement has seized global attention and put President William Ruto’s ruling party on the defensive.

What began as an anti-tax bill protest a month ago has morphed into an all-out anti-government movement that seeks to topple the 'unjust' system even after Ruto dropped the bill and made some changes in the government. Political commentators have dubbed it; The Third Liberation Movement.



Youth are demanding comprehensive reforms, including the removal of corrupt leaders within President Ruto's administration. This comes ahead of a national dialogue forum promised by President Ruto to address national issues.

Despite Ruto's announcement of the dialogue forum starting on July 15, uncertainty looms over the Kenya Kwanza regime. Generation Z has taken to various platforms under the hashtag #RutoMustGo, calling for new leadership and a rigorous selection process for future leaders.

Their frustration reached a peak with the discovery of bodies dumped at a rubbish heap in Kware, which shocked the nation. This incident follows the tragic deaths of 41 young protesters, allegedly killed by police during protests.





The Youthful protesters turned up in their usual large numbers nationwide in the scheduled Tuesday demos christened: Occupy CBD Tuesday. 

In Nairobi's city center, riot police fired tear gas at several dozen protesters, and medics were seen carrying an injured person on a stretcher. In Nakuru, a journalist was injured, with television footage showing her bleeding from her thigh. 

Njeri Wa Migwi, an activist protesting in downtown Nairobi, stated that the demonstration was entirely peaceful until the police began firing tear gas. 

"Today feels very insidious. It was like the police were out to get us," she said.


Even as Police brutality seemingly escalates, Gen Z protesters vow to remain unbowed in their quest for a better Kenya. Accountability and transparency in fund management are also among the key demands.



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