The Minister of ICT and National Guidance, Chris Baryomunsi has issued a warning to a group of youth planning to protest on July 23. The demonstration, dubbed the "March to Parliament," aims to protest against corruption and the misuse of public funds by parliament.
Baryomunsi stated that the government, in cooperation with security agencies, will not permit the demonstration, asserting that there are other avenues for the youth to express their views without resorting to street protests.
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“Uganda is not like Kenya, and Kenya is not like Uganda. Instead of protesting, they should look for other options,” Baryomunsi said.
However, the protest organizers have vowed to continue with the march, requesting police protection during the demonstration.
Earlier this week, police spokesperson Kituuma Rusoke acknowledged the circulation of posters and flyers on social media calling for a march to Parliament on July 23. He emphasized that the event is not approved.
“We have seen organizers using social media to mobilize people to parliament. We respect the constitutional right to carry out peaceful demonstrations and the right to assembly, but we know that some people with ulterior motives might want to hijack these activities,” Rusoke said.
This comes at a time when young Kenyans are increasingly using digital media to organize and voice their opposition against the government.
