PHOTOS: Memorial concert honours lives lost in protests
Nairobi
By
Denis Omondi
| Jul 07, 2024
Hundreds of Kenyans have gathered at Uhuru Park in Nairobi for the Shujaaz Memorial Concert organised to honour 41 Kenyans who lost their lives during the anti-government protests.
According to activist Boniface Mwangi, who played a key role in planning the event, about 30 artists will perform, including Juliani, Octopizzo, Eric Wainaina, Khaligraph Jones and Trio Mio.
The speakers’ lineup includes representatives from the families of victims of police brutality.
“Kenyans are the organisers of this event. We want to celebrate the sacrifice of those killed by the police,” said Boniface, adding, “The struggle continues. This is a fight for liberation from the lords of poverty and leaders who take advantage of the Kenyan people.”
Crosses bearing the names of those who have died since the start of the protests have been erected at Uhuru Park grounds by some of the attendees.
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The event was scheduled to begin at 2 pm and will end at 7 pm.
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