Celebrities Call on Kenyans to Visit Injured Protestors
Image: A picture taken on May 16, 2016 in Nairobi shows Kenyan riot police beating an unresponsive fallen protester with wooden sticks until they break and repeatedly kick him several times. The incident has caused Kenya's police chief to order an internal investigation into the incident and other reported incidents of police brutality on the day. Police fired tear gas and beat opposition demonstrators with truncheons on May 16 to stop them storming the offices of the electoral commission in Nairobi as they demanded new commissioners to be named ahead of elections due in August 2017. / AFP / CARL DE SOUZA (Photo credit should read CARL DE SOUZA/AFP/Getty Images)Celebrities are urging Kenyans to take the time to visit protestors who were injured during recent demonstrations.
Several celebrities, including Ringtone, former FBI dancer Ezra, and music producer Jacky B, have already visited Kenyatta National Hospital to uplift the spirits of those hospitalized due to injuries sustained during the protests.
They are emphasizing the importance of showing support and solidarity with the wounded.
Ringtone expressed his admiration for the protestors, referring to them as heroes and encouraging others who participated in the protests to join him in visiting and supporting those who are now hospitalized.
“Today we visited the injured protestors at Kenyatta Hospital 🙏. Many of them bravely stood up for a just cause, but now they are alone. I urge everyone who was on the streets to come out and show support to the wounded,” Ringtone urged.
Music producer Jacky B, accompanied by his wife Brenda Michelle, echoed this sentiment, emphasizing the need to check on the Gen Z protestors who were wounded during the demonstrations.
“We must not forget to check on our Gen Z comrades who were injured during the protests. I visited them today, and they are in good spirits. Let’s go and encourage them, let them know that we stand with them through this challenging time,” Jacky B shared.
Brenda Michelle further suggested organizing a visit to the hospital on Saturday, July 6th, at 4 pm, meeting at the KNH parking lot. She encouraged people to bring food and toiletries to support the injured protestors, noting the significant need for assistance.
“Let’s come together and visit them; it would mean a lot to them. Suggestions and ideas are welcome. Who’s in?” Brenda Michelle invited.
Their calls have sparked a wave of solidarity on social media, highlighting the importance of community support for those affected by the recent protests.
