kiratu, a protester dies in hospital as a result of injuries during the finance bill protests in Nairobi. The death of 21-year-old Evans Kiratu underscores the severe consequences of the ongoing unrest in Kenya. Kiratu sustained fatal injuries during demonstrations by Kenyan youth opposing the bill. Kiratu sustained critical injuries after a struck by a teargas canister in the groin, resulting in severe internal bleeding. A Good Samaritan transported him to Kenyatta National Hospital (KNH), but despite medical efforts, he succumbed to his injuries. On Saturday, his family identified his body at the KNH morgue, confirming the tragic details of his death.
The protests against the Finance Bill 2024 have been marked by significant tension and violence. The bill, perceived by many as detrimental to the economic well-being of ordinary citizens, has sparked widespread discontent. Demonstrations have erupted in various parts of the country, with protestors voicing their opposition to increase in taxes and financial burdens that the bill is expects to impose.
Kiratu’s death has intensified the focus on the methods used by law enforcement during these protests. The use of teargas and other crowd control measures is heavily on the look, especially checking the severe injuries and fatalities that occurrs. The incident involving Kiratu is not an isolated case, as other protestors have also reported injuries from interactions with police.
This tragic event has added a personal and human dimension to the broader political and economic debates taking place in Kenya. Kiratu’s death has become a symbol of the high stakes involved in the struggle over the Finance Bill 2024. His family, now grieving their loss, is calling for accountability and justice for their son. Find also
Calls for Accountability and Justice
The government faces mounting pressure to address the concerns raised by protestors and to investigate the conduct of law enforcement. As the situation evolves, the memory of Evans Kiratu serves as a poignant reminder of the potential human cost of political and economic conflicts. READ MORE
