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Paul Muite supports Gen Z demonstrations planned for June 25
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Senior Counsel Paul Muite has endorsed the Gen Z-led demonstrations scheduled for Thursday, June 25. Muite stated that young Kenyans have a constitutional right to peacefully commemorate those who died during anti-government protests. In a statement on X, he defended the planned memorial demonstrations and cautioned the government against suppressing them with force or criminal gangs. He specifically mentioned the constitutional right of Gen Zs to peaceful demonstrations in remembrance of colleagues killed by police on June 25, 2024. The veteran lawyer, who was involved in Kenya's multiparty democracy movement, condemned the use of hired individuals to infiltrate demonstrations and warned that those in power would be held responsible for any loss of life. His remarks come as young Kenyans prepare to mark the second anniversary of the June 25, 2024 demonstrations, when protesters opposed the Finance Bill, leading to a security crackdown. Muite's intervention aligns with his earlier support for street demonstrations as a legitimate way for citizens to resist unpopular government policies, stating that peaceful protests are often the only avenue when leaders ignore public concerns. The planned June 25 demonstrations have gained traction on social media, with Gen Z activists calling for nationwide peaceful gatherings to honor victims and demand accountability. Muite's endorsement is expected to further energize the movement and increase pressure on the government to allow constit
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