The burial of Denzel Omondi, a third-year student at Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture
and Technology (JKUAT), has intensified calls for justice and an end to illegal killings in Kenya.
Omondi’s body was discovered in a quarry in Juja after he participated in protests against the
Finance Bill at the parliament buildings.
Respectable figures such as Embakasi East MP Babu Owino and Karachuonyo MP Okuome
Adipo attended the funeral, urging the government to investigate and address the mysterious
deaths of protesters. They highlighted the recent discovery of bodies in Nairobi’s Kware area as
evidence of the ongoing issue.
The MPs criticized President William Ruto for not fulfilling campaign promises, linking this to
the rising protests. They expressed opposition to a national dialogue, citing concerns over the
reappointment of former cabinet members and potential increases in university fees that could
burden families.
Karachuonyo MP announced plans to honor Omondi by constructing a classroom named after
him at Adhiro Primary School.
JKUAT Vice Chancellor Prof. Victoria Ngumi described Omondi as a bright and dedicated
student, echoing the community’s demand for accountability.
Amidst these calls for justice, Kenya’s national rights watchdog reported at least 39 deaths and
hundreds injured in recent anti-government demonstrations, with police using lethal force.
Additionally, there have been 32 cases of enforced disappearances and over 600 arrests of
protesters.
The rising toll underscores the urgent need for governmental action to protect citizens’ rights and
ensure justice for affected families
