Kenyans Come Out In Large Numbers At Uhuru Park For Gen Z Memorial Concert
Gen Zs and Millennials flocked to Uhuru Park in large numbers for a memorial concert honoring protesters killed during the anti-Finance Bill protests over the last two weeks.
July 7, also known as Saba Saba, is a significant day in the fight for the country’s second liberation, and the occasion will be used to reflect on Kenya’s history.
The Shujaaz Memorial Concert has also attracted people from outside the two generations who have pledged their support for the course.
Nairobi Governor Johnson Sakaja, who approved the use of Uhuru Park for the memorial, said he would attend the concert.
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The venue’s gates opened at 9 a.m., amid tight security.
The concert, organised by activist Boniface Mwangi, is scheduled to begin at noon and end at 7 p.m.
However, the event began a few minutes before 3 p.m., with the National Anthem.
Several artists are scheduled to perform.
Police have been heavily deployed throughout the city to maintain law and order.
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Personnel were deployed in a variety of locations, including near Parliament and State House, as well as major roads.
Officials stated that this was simply a precaution to prevent any criminal activity from occurring there.
“We are there to ensure safety for all,” said a police officer.
According to Mwangi, the event will feature artists such as Khaligraph Jones, Bien, Fena, Nameless, Octopizzo, Charisma, Juliani, Eric Wainaina, Sarabi Band, Graffiti Band, Mutoria, and DJ Moh.
Others include DJ Double Trouble, Field Marshall Band, Njerae, DJ Lordiwn, MC Kwambix, MC Kibunja, and MC Njoria, among others.
Kenyans Come Out In Large Numbers At Uhuru Park For Gen Z Memorial Concert
