Sisi Tuko kwa Sirkal: Kibera Residents Say as They Avoid Gen-Z Protest

 

Sisi Tuko kwa Sirkal: Kibera Residents Say as They Avoid Gen-Z Protest



While Gen Z-led protests swept through various parts of Nairobi on June 25, 2025, to mark the first anniversary of last year's deadly demonstrations, Kibera remained noticeably calm. Residents in the informal settlement opted to continue with their daily routines, distancing themselves from the protests.

Many in Kibera expressed that they saw no need to take to the streets, citing alignment with the current government. “Sisi tuko kwa sirkal,” said several residents, a phrase loosely meaning "we are part of the government."

Janet Akinyi, a resident, said that demonstrations are often guided by opposition leader Raila Odinga. “We usually wait for Raila to give us the go-ahead, but this time, he didn’t. These Gen Z protests aren’t about him; they’re about the young people who were killed last year. Raila is content now—he's in government, so things here are peaceful,” she noted.

Jacob Ochieng, another local, attributed the low turnout to economic hardship. “Life in the slums is hand-to-mouth. Skipping a day’s work to protest means going hungry,” he said. He also observed a generational shift in attitudes: “Those who used to lead protests here have moved on after years of clashes with police. The younger generation has seen the chaos and wants no part in it.”

Despite the charged atmosphere elsewhere in the city, Kibera's response highlights a complex blend of political loyalty, economic survival, and evolving protest culture.

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