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'''Elvis Musavi''' (died 7 July 2025) was a Kenyan civilian who was fatally shot by police during the [[2025 Saba Saba protests]] in Kangemi, [[Nairobi County]]. He was reportedly returning home from work and was not participating in the protests when he was killed.


'''Elvis Musavi''' (died 7 July 2025) was a **25‑year‑old Kenyan civilian** killed by police during the **Saba Saba Day protests** in **Kangemi, Nairobi**. He was returning from work and not involved in the protests when shot in the back by police officers :contentReference[oaicite:1]{index=1}.
== Background ==
The [[Saba Saba]] protests of 2025 were organized primarily by Gen Z youth across Kenya in response to economic conditions, corruption, and widespread police brutality. The demonstrations were meant to mark the historical pro-democracy Saba Saba Day, but many turned violent after security forces responded with force.


## Background ##
== Death ==
On 7 July 2025, nationwide Saba Saba Day protests erupted across Kenya, commemorating pro-democracy movements and addressing issues such as corruption, economic inequality, and police brutality :contentReference[oaicite:2]{index=2}.
According to witnesses and his family, Musavi was heading home from work in Kangemi on the evening of 7 July 2025 when he was shot in the back by police. He later succumbed to his injuries, leaving behind a widow and a six-month-old child.


## Death ##
== Aftermath ==
Elvis Musavi left for work that morning and headed home, unaware of the impending unrest. He was shot in the back while walking in Kangemi and later pronounced dead at a Nairobi hospital, leaving behind a widow and a six‑month‑old child :contentReference[oaicite:3]{index=3}.
Elvis Musavi’s death sparked outrage from human rights organizations, who cited his killing as an example of the disproportionate and unlawful force used by police during the protests. His name was among dozens listed in casualty reports compiled by civil society groups.


## Aftermath ##
== Legacy ==
His death, alongside other civilian casualties such as Paul Makori, became emblematic of the deadly crackdown on non‑violent Kenyans. Autopsies confirmed gunshot wounds to his back and arm, with no evidence of resistance or involvement in violent protest behavior :contentReference[oaicite:4]{index=4}.
His death, alongside other protest-related killings, fueled calls for police reform, accountability, and independent investigations into the conduct of security forces during peaceful protests.


## Legacy ##
== References ==
Elvis Musavi’s killing amplified national and international outcry over excessive use of force by security forces. His family, including his young widow and infant child, called for justice and support, while human rights groups demanded a full independent inquiry into the protests and law enforcement response :contentReference[oaicite:5]{index=5}.
* [https://www.tuko.co.ke/kenya/counties/595346-saba-saba-wife-kangemi-man-killed-protests-left-6-month-child/ Saba Saba: Widow to Kangemi man killed during protests says he left behind 6‑month‑old child] – ''TUKO'', July 8, 2025.
 
* [https://eastleighvoice.co.ke/national/175779/grief-at-city-mortuary-as-families-identify-saba-saba-protest-victims Grief at City Mortuary as families identify Saba Saba protest victims] – ''Eastleigh Voice'', July 8, 2025.
## References ##
* [https://www.the-star.co.ke/news/2025-07-09-families-mourn-loved-ones-killed-far-from-protest-frontlines/ Families mourn loved ones killed far from protest frontlines] – ''The Star'', July 9, 2025.
* [https://www.tuko.co.ke/kenya/counties/595346-saba-saba-wife-kangemi-man-killed-protests-left-6-month-child/ Saba Saba: Widow to Kangemi man killed during protests says he’s left behind 6‑month‑old child] – *TUKO.co.ke*, 8 July 2025 :contentReference[oaicite:6]{index=6} 
* [https://www.breakingkenyanews.com/2025/07/11/autopsies-confirm-protest-victims-died-of-gunshot-wounds-families-cry-for-justice/ Autopsies confirm protest victims died of gunshot wounds] – ''Breaking Kenya News'', July 11, 2025.
* [https://eastleighvoice.co.ke/national/175779/grief-at-city-mortuary-as-families-identify-saba-saba-protest-victims Grief at City Mortuary as families identify Saba Saba protest victims] – *Eastleigh Voice*, 8 July 2025 :contentReference[oaicite:7]{index=7} 
* [https://www.the-star.co.ke/news/2025-07-09-families-mourn-loved-ones-killed-far-from-protest-frontlines Deadly force: Families mourn loved ones killed far from protest frontlines] – *The Star*, 9 July 2025 :contentReference[oaicite:8]{index=8} 
* [https://www.breakingkenyanews.com/2025/07/11/autopsies-confirm-protest-victims-died-of-gunshot-wounds-families-cry-for-justice/ Autopsies confirm protest victims died of gunshot wounds, families cry for justice] – *Breaking Kenya News*, 11 July 2025 :contentReference[oaicite:9]{index=9}

Latest revision as of 14:19, 24 July 2025

Age 25
Date of Death 7 July 2025
Location Kangemi, Nairobi County, Kenya
Incident Shot by police while walking home from work

Elvis Musavi (died 7 July 2025) was a Kenyan civilian who was fatally shot by police during the 2025 Saba Saba protests in Kangemi, Nairobi County. He was reportedly returning home from work and was not participating in the protests when he was killed.

Background

The Saba Saba protests of 2025 were organized primarily by Gen Z youth across Kenya in response to economic conditions, corruption, and widespread police brutality. The demonstrations were meant to mark the historical pro-democracy Saba Saba Day, but many turned violent after security forces responded with force.

Death

According to witnesses and his family, Musavi was heading home from work in Kangemi on the evening of 7 July 2025 when he was shot in the back by police. He later succumbed to his injuries, leaving behind a widow and a six-month-old child.

Aftermath

Elvis Musavi’s death sparked outrage from human rights organizations, who cited his killing as an example of the disproportionate and unlawful force used by police during the protests. His name was among dozens listed in casualty reports compiled by civil society groups.

Legacy

His death, alongside other protest-related killings, fueled calls for police reform, accountability, and independent investigations into the conduct of security forces during peaceful protests.

References

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