Felix Macharia
| Age | Not publicly disclosed |
|---|---|
| Date of Death | 7 July 2025 |
| Location | Meru County, Kenya |
| Incident | Shot during Saba Saba Day protests |
Felix Macharia (died 7 July 2025) was a Kenyan civilian who was confirmed among those killed during the **Saba Saba Day protests** in **Meru County**, Kenya. His name was publicly listed by human rights organization **Haki Africa** in a nationwide tally of protest-related fatalities.
Background
The 2025 Saba Saba demonstrations were youth-led protests across Kenya calling for government accountability, financial reform, and an end to police brutality. In Meru County, multiple demonstrators were reported dead or injured following confrontations with security forces.
Death
Felix Macharia was among those fatally shot during the protests in Meru County. Specific details of the shooting—such as his age, occupation, and whether he was participating or a bystander—have not been publicly disclosed.
Death examinations were carried out at Nyambene Sub-County Hospital Mortuary and Methodist Hospital Mortuary in Maua. The autopsy reports confirmed a single perforating gunshot wound to the head as the cause of death.
References
- Kiambu leads in Saba Saba protest deaths as Haki Africa confirms 43 killed nationwide – *Eastleigh Voice*, 15 July 2025.
- Saba Saba protests rock 17 counties with deaths, injuries, and mass arrests – *Mwakilishi*, 8 July 2025.
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