There Will Be No Protests On June 25, Isaac Mwaura Declares
Mwaura instead called upon those who wish to commemorate the day to do it from their homes, instead of the streets.
Viral Tea Ke Writer 
Government Spokesperson Isaac Mwaura has rejected the planned protests for Wednesday, June 25, 2025, stating that the day will proceed as a regular working day.
In a statement issued on Monday, June 23 following an interview with Radio 47, Mwaura instead called upon those who wish to commemorate the day to do it from their homes, instead of the streets.
"Today, I provided clarification regarding the security situation and the planned protests set to take place on June 25. I emphasized that there will be no protests on June 25, and that day will be a normal day," he said, adding "Anyone who wishes to commemorate it is free to do so in their own home."
During the interview, Mwaura responded to the planned demonstrations circulating online under the banner of the “Gen Z Anniversary,” a movement commemorating a year since youth-led protests rocked the nation during the heated 2024 Finance Bill crisis.
Kenyans take to the streets of Nairobi CBD during protests on June 12, 2025. /X
He claimed that certain unnamed political figures are exploiting social media to stir up the youth under the pretense of an anniversary, warning that these efforts risk destabilizing the country and damaging the economy.
He also stressed that although the Constitution guarantees the right to peaceful assembly, any efforts to disturb public order or provoke violence will not be allowed.
“We know politicians are hiding behind hashtags and influencers to push young people into the streets. But where are they when the chaos starts? Where are they when the youth are being arrested or injured?” he posed.
“You have a right to protest, yes, but that right must be exercised peacefully and within the confines of the law. There will be no room for anarchy, looting or blocking roads."
He encouraged the youth to focus their energy on constructive activities, such as engaging in dialogue with government bodies, rather than getting caught up in what he called carefully planned political traps.
In the same statement, Mwaura strongly condemned the behavior of hooligans who use protests as an opportunity to commit crimes, and reiterated that the primary responsibility of the police is to protect every citizen, and their role is to ensure security without any political bias.
"Additionally, I clarified that it is not right for protesters to be armed, and it is also wrong for the police to be mocked by protesters. I called on everyone to protest peacefully, if they choose to do so," he went on.
Opposition leaders and youth groups have pledged to take to the streets once again to honor those who died during the 2024 protests, which erupted over the contentious Finance Bill 2024. President William Ruto later withdrew the Bill following intense nationwide backlash.
While the opposition has labeled the day a symbolic public holiday, the government has yet to make any official comment. Still, Nairobi Regional Commander George Seda stated that police have put security measures in place to protect demonstrators on June 25.
The 2024 protests drew thousands of Kenyans into the streets of major towns, resulting in several deaths and hundreds of injuries in confrontations with police.
The unrest was largely driven by frustration over governance and accountability, increasing public pressure on President Ruto’s government to crack down on corruption and excesses among political leaders.
