The Linda Mwananchi movement has postponed its planned Kisii and Keroka rallies to take part in activities commemorating the second anniversary of the June 25, 2024, Gen-Z protests. The rallies, which had been scheduled for Friday, June 26, 2026, will now be held on Friday, July 3, 2026.
In a statement, the movement said the postponement will allow its members, supporters, and leaders to join other Kenyans in honoring victims of the 2024 anti-Finance Bill protests.
The commemoration is expected to bring together families of those who lost their lives, individuals reported missing, activists, and members of the public calling for justice and accountability.
Linda Mwananchi stated that the anniversary events will serve as a moment of remembrance for those who were killed or who allegedly disappeared during the protests.
“We wish to inform our members, supporters and the public at large that the Linda Mwananchi Kisii and Keroka rallies scheduled for Friday, June 26, 2026 have been postponed to Friday, July 3, 2026. We will join other Kenyans of goodwill to stand in solidarity with the victims of the Gen-Z protests of 2024 and their families and in remembrance of those who were killed or have forcefully disappeared,” the statement read in part.
Linda Mwananchi Raises Security Concerns
The movement said it stands in solidarity with affected families and victims as the country marks two years since the demonstrations that drew nationwide attention.
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Further, the group raised concerns about security during the planned commemorations, saying it was alert to the possibility of police and state-sponsored violence against victims and their families and warned that unlawful arrests could occur during the events.
“We are alert to potential police and state-sponsored brutality and violence against the victims and their families during the commemoration activities,” it noted.
As a result, it urged participants to remain vigilant while taking part in peaceful activities.
At the same time, Linda Mwananchi called on the police to ensure the safety and protection of all citizens attending the commemoration events.
The movement emphasized that Kenyans have a constitutional right to participate in peaceful assemblies and remembrance activities.
It also criticized the government’s approach to compensating victims and their families, arguing that financial assistance alone is insufficient without accountability and justice for those affected.
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Govt Insists June 25 Is Normal Workday
The Linda Mwananchi statement comes as preparations continue for June 25 commemorations across the country.
Government Spokesperson Dr. Isaac Mwaura recently said that June 25, 2026, would remain a normal working day despite marking the second anniversary of the protests.
He noted that while peaceful assembly is protected by law, security agencies would remain on alert to prevent criminal activities and disruptions to businesses.
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