Nairobi Governor Johnson Sakaja has confirmed that the Sunday concert at Uhuru Park in honour of protesters who died during the anti-Finance Bill protests.
However, he said the concert will commence once the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) completes investigations, as the park is currently an active crime scene due to recent vandalism.
The county boss said the concert serves a noble purpose in light of the events that inspired it and remains a public space.
“Uhuru Park belongs to Kenyans and Nairobians; it doesn’t belong to me. I am just a steward over that resource. I know it is currently an active crime scene, but I hope the DCI will conclude its work promptly.”
The Governor also announced the waiver of fees for the injured and deceased across county hospitals and mortuaries, acknowledging the right to expression.
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This is after Activist Boniface Mwangi announced plans for the memorial concert on his official X account.
On Sunday, artists have organised a memorial concert at Uhuru Park honouring the Kenyans who were killed during the protests.
— The People’s Watchman (@bonifacemwangi) July 4, 2024
All relevant government bodies have been notified. The most expensive items are good sound, stage, lighting and security for the concert. Can… pic.twitter.com/wElkgEk81Z
The recent protests across the country resulted in at least 40 deaths and property damage of unknown value.
