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Revision as of 08:39, 22 July 2025
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| Location | Kenya |
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| Date | 2025 June and July |
| Protesters killed | ~57 |
| Injured | ~600 |
| Arrested | ~1500 |
| Date | 2024 June and July |
| Protesters killed | ~60+ |
| Injured | ~610 |
| Forceful Disappearances / Abductions | ~74 abducted, ~26 still missing; total reported cases ≈ 82 |
Remembering Kenya’s Fallen youth: Defenders of Democracy, Silenced Voices
They marched with a Kenyan flag in one hand, a phone in the other, and a bottle of water in their backpacks—symbols of peaceful resistance, courage, and hope. Bold members of Generation Z—who took to the streets to defend justice, economic dignity, and democracy. These youth were not criminals or threats; they were **patriots peacefully exercising their constitutional rights**.
Constitutional Violations
The violent suppression of peaceful protests constitutes a clear violation of the right to a fair trial and the presumption of innocence. Each resulting death underscores a grave failure to uphold and adhere to constitutional and human rights obligations.
📜 1. - Right to Life – Article 26
“Every person has the right to life.” — Article 26(1) “A person shall not be deprived of life intentionally, except to the extent authorized by this Constitution or other written law.” — Article 26(3)
🕊️ 2. Freedom of Assembly, Demonstration and Petition – Article 37
“Every person has the right, peaceably and unarmed, to assemble, to demonstrate, to picket, and to present petitions to public authorities.” — Article 37
👮 3. Use of Force by Police – Article 244 & National Police Service Act
“The National Police Service shall comply with constitutional standards of human rights and fundamental freedoms.” — Article 244(c) “...Shall strive for the highest standards of professionalism and discipline among its members.” — Article 244(d)
The National Police Service Standing Orders further require that use of force must be:
- Proportionate
- Necessary
- Justifiable
- A last resort
⚖️ 4. Human Dignity & Protection from Torture – Articles 28 and 29
“Every person has inherent dignity and the right to have that dignity respected and protected.” — Article 28 “Every person has the right to freedom and security... which includes the right not to be treated or punished in a cruel, inhuman or degrading manner.” — Article 29(f)
🗳️ 5. Sovereignty of the People – Article 1
“All sovereign power belongs to the people of Kenya and shall be exercised only in accordance with this Constitution.” — Article 1(1)
⚖️ 6. Presumption of Innocence in Kenyan Law - Article 50
In Kenyan law, the right to a fair trial — including the presumption of innocence — is firmly protected under the Kenya 2010 constitution.
Article 50(2)(a) of the Constitution of Kenya, 2010 states:
- "Every accused person has the right to a fair trial, which includes the right—
(a) to be presumed innocent until the contrary is proved;"
This means that:
- An accused person does not have to prove their innocence.
- The burden of proof rests on the prosecution.
- The prosecution must prove the case beyond reasonable doubt.
- Any doubt must be resolved in favour of the accused.
Principles of a Fair Trial in Kenya
- Fair hearing: Conducted before an independent and impartial court.
- Legal representation: The accused has the right to choose and be represented by a legal practitioner.
- Disclosure of evidence: The prosecution is required to disclose all relevant evidence to the defence.
- Timely trial: The trial must be conducted without unreasonable delay.
International Law violations
- African Charter on Human and Peoples’ Rights
- Universal Declaration of Human Rights (UDHR)
- UN Human Rights Council Resolution 25/38 – Protection of Human Rights in Protests (2014)
- UN Convention on the Rights of the Child (CRC)
- Convention Against Torture (CAT)
- International Covenant on Civil and Political Rights (ICCPR)
- UN General Assembly Resolution 68/167 – The Right to Privacy in the Digital Age (2013)
- UN Special Rapporteur Reports (especially on extrajudicial, summary or arbitrary executions)
- United Nations Basic Principles on the Use of Force and Firearms by Law Enforcement Officials (1990)
🎯 We honor these lives, not as statistics, but as voices of courage that will echo through history. Their memory demands accountability, Justice—and a renewed national commitment to uphold the freedoms enshrined in our Constitution and Respect to Human Rights.
🔥 Never again shall we treat a peaceful protester as an enemy of the state.
Memorial List 2024 - 2025 youth protests
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💔 Rex Masai Killed: 2024 in Nairobi |
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💔 David Chege Killed: 2024 in Nairobi |
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💔 Erricson Mutisya Killed: 2024 in Nairobi |
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💔 Eric Shieni Killed: 2024 in Nairobi |
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💔 Dezel Omondi Killed: 2024 in Nairobi |
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💔 Austin Onyisa Makokha Killed: 2024 in Nakuru |
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💔 Mike Kihunga Killed: 2024 in Nakuru |
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💔 Kevin Mandanga Killed: 2024 in Nakuru |
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💔 Beasly Kogi Killed: 2024 in Nakuru |
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💔 Kevin Odhiambo Killed: 2024 |
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💔 Ibrahim Wanjiku Killed: 2024 in Nairobi |
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💔 Caroline Shiramba Killed: 2024 |
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💔 Emmanuel Gigs Killed: 2024 in Mombasa |
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💔 Brian Kimathi Killed: 2024 |
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💔 Kenneth Njeru Killed: 2024 |
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💔 Anthony Macharia Mwangi Killed: 2024 |
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💔 Anthony Kimeu Killed: 2024 in Rongai, Nairobi |
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💔 Mathew Njoroge Killed: 2024 Nairobi |
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💔 Andrew Mwawasi Killed: 2024 Nairobi |
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💔 Evans Kiratu Karobia Killed: 2024 Nairobi |
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💔 Joash Ombati Killed: 2024 Mombasa |
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💔 Kevin Ochieng Onyango Killed: 2024 Siaya |
| File:CredoOyaro.png | 💔 Credo Oyaro’’’ Killed: 2024 Uasin Gishu County |
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💔 Kennedy Odhiambo Maina Killed: 2024 |
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💔 Wison Sitati’’’ Killed: 2024 |
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💔 Dancun Onsongo’’’ Killed: 2024 |
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💔 Chris Gitonga ’’’ Killed: 2024 Nanyuki |
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💔 James Gachara Killed: 2025 in Nanyuki |
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💔 Boniface Kariuki Killed: 2025 in Nairobi |
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💔 Albert Ojwang Killed: 2025 in Nairobi |
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💔 Ian Muhindi Killed: 2025 in Nairobi |
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💔 Joseph Ndiang’ui Killed: 2025 in Othaya |
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💔 Peter Macharia Killed: 2025 Kirinyaga |