Mathew Njoroge
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Background
Name: Mathew Njoroge Age: 56 (according to family identification) Location: Rongai, and his body was later found at Sunbeam Mall in Nairobi
Incident Overview — June 2024 Finance Bill Protests
On **25 June 2024**, amid anti‑tax protests, **Mathew Njoroge’s charred body** was discovered in the debris of Sunbeam Mall (also known as Sunbeam Building) on Mfangano Street in Nairobi following a fire set during the demonstrations. [1]
Police records and family members identified the body as Mathew Njoroge, aged 56. The discovery occurred on **27 June 2024**, two days after the building was burned. [2]
Broader Context
Sunbeam Mall was one of the sites affected by property destruction during the protests triggered by the passing of the Finance Bill. [3]
Riot police responded to the unrest with tear gas and force, which is believed to have contributed to the fire’s escalation. At least 40 people across the country were reported killed during the protests. [4]