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Musalia Mudavadi, Cabinet Secretary to the Government, speaking on behalf of the William Ruto government, condemned the violence witnessed during the anti-government protests and urged the protesters to remain peaceful.
Addressing the diplomatic corps in Nairobi, Mudavadi highlighted the negative impact of violent protests on the country’s stability and economic growth.
Mr Mudavadi acknowledged the public’s right to protest, but stressed the importance of conducting protests lawfully and peacefully.
He expressed concern about the infiltration of criminals into the protests, leading to large-scale looting and destruction of property.
“The right to peaceful protest is enshrined in our constitution and must be protected. However, we cannot tolerate the actions of those who take advantage of these protests to engage in criminal activities,” Mr. Mudavadi said.
“Such actions not only undermine the legitimacy of the protesters’ grievances, but also inflict harm on innocent citizens and businesses.”
Mr. Mudavadi also highlighted the government’s efforts to address the issues raised by the protesters, including the ongoing dialogue and proposed political reforms.
He stressed the government’s commitment to finding a peaceful solution to the current crisis.
Mr Mudavadi also urged the international community to support Kenya’s efforts to maintain peace and stability.
He urged diplomatic representatives to impress upon their respective governments the importance of non-violent protests and to discourage any external interference that could aggravate the situation.
“Kenya is a nation of laws and we must all work together to ensure that our democratic processes are respected. Violence and chaos will only set us back,” he added.
The statement by the First Cabinet Secretary comes amid growing tensions and ongoing protests across the country.
As the death toll mounts and many more injuries are reported, Mudavadi’s call for peace and stability is a crucial step in combating the current unrest.
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