The Azimio La Umoja One Kenya Coalition has suspended its anti-government protests and will hold “solidarity parades and vigil for victims of police brutality” in various locations across the country instead.
They aim to remember victims of police brutality and seek justice through an expanded list of perpetrators for the International Criminal Court.
In a statement issued on Monday evening, the Azimio La Umoja One Kenya Coalition announced their decision to change their approach to the ongoing anti-government protests. Instead of taking to the streets as originally planned, the coalition will now hold “solidarity parades and vigil for victims of police brutality” in various locations nationwide.
“We are calling Kenyans to come out and light candles and lay flowers in remembrance of and respect for the victims. During the vigils, candle lighting and laying of flowers, we encourage Kenyans to say prayers and read out the names of the victims of police brutality. We shall provide the list of the victims in time for the exercise,” reads the statement.
Additionally, Azimio has urged religious leaders to dedicate Friday, Saturday, and Sunday for prayers in honor of the victims. They are also seeking justice on an international level, planning to furnish the International Criminal Court with an expanded list of perpetrators related to the incidents.