Former Interior Cabinet Secretary Fred Matiang'i spoke out Wednesday about young protesters across Kenya. He asked the government and police to respect their rights during demonstrations. The protests mark one year since deadly clashes on June 25, 2024. Matiang'i said the young people have real concerns about their country. He supports their right to speak out against problems.
The former official said protesters worry about unfair taxes and poor school funding. They also fight against corruption and bad leadership decisions. Matiang'i told security forces not to use weapons against citizens. He said peaceful protests should not face violence from authorities. Force will only make the crisis worse for everyone.
At least 60 protesters died during last year's demonstrations against government policies. Matiang'i expressed sadness for families who lost loved ones during the violence. He said Kenya faces an important choice about its future direction. The country needs leaders who listen to citizen complaints and make changes.
The former cabinet member called for people to work together despite political differences. He wants older and younger generations to build bridges across divides. Matiang'i believes Kenya can fix its broken systems through cooperation. The nation must create a fair society that includes all people.
Political leaders should focus on dialogue rather than fighting with protesters. Citizens deserve officials who care about justice and accountability. Kenya stands at a crossroads between continued problems and real reform. The choice depends on whether leaders will listen to their people's demands.
The former official said protesters worry about unfair taxes and poor school funding. They also fight against corruption and bad leadership decisions. Matiang'i told security forces not to use weapons against citizens. He said peaceful protests should not face violence from authorities. Force will only make the crisis worse for everyone.
At least 60 protesters died during last year's demonstrations against government policies. Matiang'i expressed sadness for families who lost loved ones during the violence. He said Kenya faces an important choice about its future direction. The country needs leaders who listen to citizen complaints and make changes.
The former cabinet member called for people to work together despite political differences. He wants older and younger generations to build bridges across divides. Matiang'i believes Kenya can fix its broken systems through cooperation. The nation must create a fair society that includes all people.
Political leaders should focus on dialogue rather than fighting with protesters. Citizens deserve officials who care about justice and accountability. Kenya stands at a crossroads between continued problems and real reform. The choice depends on whether leaders will listen to their people's demands.
