Trade Cabinet Secretary Lee Kinyanjui has urged Kenyans to uphold peace during the Saba Saba Day demonstrations.
In a statement, Kinyanjui warned that violence and destruction of property undermine the constitution, which protects the right to demonstrate.
He went on to warn that the protests might be hijacked by criminal elements leading to looting, violence, and causing fear among business owners.
CS Lee Kinyanjui calls on Kenyans to uphold peace during the saba saba protest. Photo: Courtesy.
CS Kinyanjui pointed out that the shutdown of businesses to accommodate protests makes Kenya an unfavorable place for investors.
He further called on Kenyans to reflect on the broader consequences of holding the protests saying it could harm the country.
Kinyanjui’s remarks comes as Kenyans are planning to commemorate the Saba Saba Day on Monday July 7th.
Saba Saba marks the anniversary of the July 7, 1990, protests that challenged the single-party rule under the late President Daniel Arap Moi.
