Gen Z Protestors Announce A Week Of Protests As They Declare #TotalShutdown

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Kenya’s Generation Z is again demonstrating its unwavering determination to oppose the Finance Bill 2024 with a new wave of protests planned for the upcoming week. Using hashtags like #OccupyParliament, #OccupyStateHouse, #JusticeForRex, and now #totalshutdown, the youth actively engage on social media to mobilize support and raise awareness.

A widely shared poster on social platforms indicates that the youth are organizing a seven-day protest. This protest aims to show solidarity for their slain colleague, Rex, and to pressure the government to reconsider the Finance Bill 2024, which has already passed its second reading despite widespread opposition.

This planned protest underscores the youth’s commitment to civic engagement and their role in advocating for social justice and accountability from the government. By leveraging social media and organizing public demonstrations, Kenya’s Generation Z continues to play a crucial role in shaping public discourse and demanding change in their country.

Dubbed ‘7 days of rage’, the upcoming demonstrations not only aim to protest against the Finance Bill 2024 but also serve as a direct message to Members of Parliament who voted in favor of the Bill despite opposition from their constituents. The protests intend to highlight public discontent and hold elected representatives accountable for their decisions.

Additionally, the demonstrations will call for multi-agency investigations into instances of police brutality reported during previous protests. This demand underscores the youth’s commitment to justice and accountability, seeking to address and prevent any misuse of authority or violence against protesters.

By organizing under the banner of ‘7 days of rage’, Kenya’s Generation Z is mobilizing to make their voices heard, express their grievances, and push for meaningful change in their country’s legislative process and law enforcement practices.

The poster outlines a comprehensive and determined plan by Kenya’s Generation Z to protest against the Finance Bill 2024 and demand justice for those affected by police brutality during the demonstrations. Here’s a breakdown of their planned actions:

Friday, June 21:
- Visit the City Mortuary to mourn and honor their slain colleagues.
- Attend Juma prayers at Jamia Mosque to gather community support and solidarity.
- Provide water to those leaving after prayers as a gesture of support.
Saturday, June 22:
- Call for unity among bars and clubs frequented by Generation Z.
- Music will stop at midnight, and participants will chant slogans demanding the resignation of William Ruto and rejection of the Finance Bill.
Sunday, June 23:
- Hold accountable the 204 MPs who supported the Finance Bill in churches.
- Rally churches to deny these MPs platforms to address congregants, highlighting their opposition to the Bill.
Monday:
- Conduct courtesy calls titled “Endelea hivyo hivyo!” (Keep going like that!) at the MPs’ constituency offices.
- Urge constituents to boycott businesses affiliated with MPs who supported the Bill.
- Collect signatures to initiate the recall of MPs who supported the Bill.
Tuesday:
- Second #OccupyParliament protest to warn of a ‘Total Shutdown’ through a nationwide strike.
- Encourage all hard-working Kenyans to stay at home in solidarity.
Wednesday:
- Lead a call for justice for Rex, who was killed during previous protests.
- Visit IPOA offices (Independent Policing Oversight Authority) and meet with Inspector General of Police Japhet Koome to demand accountability for police actions.
Thursday:
- Culmination of protests with plans to block main roads leading to Nairobi.
- March to State House under the slogan #OccupyStateHouse, coinciding with President William Ruto’s expected signing of the Finance Bill into law.
- Express strong opposition to the Bill and its perceived implications for Kenyans.

These planned actions demonstrate Generation Z’s organized and persistent efforts to challenge legislative decisions, demand accountability from elected officials, and seek justice for victims of violence during protests. They aim to mobilize broad public support and make a significant impact in shaping national discourse and policy outcomes in Kenya.

Source: Upepo News

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