Homa Bay Town MP, Peter Kaluma/FILE
He noted that despite demonstration being a right, it should be conducted in a way it won’t interfere with the other peoples right of going on with their normal daily routine.
“Your right to demonstrate ends where the rights of other people begin,” Kaluma adviced saying right should be balanced.
“Nobody should be denied the right to go to the hospital because people are demonstrating. Our children shouldn’t miss school because of demonstrations, just as those doing business shouldn’t close down because of demonstrations.”
Kaluma further emphasised that those demonstrating must do so to the fullest within specified areas and times, just as those not demonstrating also enjoy their rights.
Additionally, he made it clear that his children will not join the Wednesday demonstrations.
Kalume noted that there was no need for Kenyans to take part in the protest, yet relevant institutions exist that can help address some of their grievances.
On Wednesday, Gen Z will hold a protest framed as an anniversary for those killed during the 2025 Gen Z protests.
Opposition leaders led by Wiper Leader Kalonzo Musyoka and civil society organisations have vowed to lead the processions to demand justice for those affected.
The leaders declared the day a symbolic public holiday in honour of Generation Z protesters who lost their lives during 2024’s anti-government demonstrations.
A candlelight vigil is also expected in honour of those killed.
On June 25, 2024, youth-led protests turned deadly as police opened fire on demonstrators outside Parliament.
The group stormed parliament in protest of a decision by MPs to pass the Finance Bill 2025, which was widely opposed by a section of Kenyans.
Over 60 people were reportedly killed nationwide, with others
injured or arrested.
