Gen Z Protests: Human Rights Activist Hanifa Claims She's Being Targeted ahead of Demos Anniversary
- Hanifa Adan opened up about chilling warnings she’d received ahead of the June 25 demos, hinting at a shadowy plot to use her as 'collateral' in a political agenda
- She revealed her family had been desperately calling nonstop, their panic shaking her, but she insisted there was no turning away from the cause
- She fiercely challenged those claiming the protests are funded or staged, daring them to present proof and accusing critics of trying to crush a people's movement
Outspoken human rights activist and X influencer Hanifa Adan has voiced fresh concerns as Gen Z protests mark their anniversary today, June 25.
Source: Twitter
Is Hanifa being targeted?
She now says her activism has made her a marked target ahead of the planned demonstrations.
Hanifa, who has been a constant presence at the frontline of the demonstrations, said her public role has put her under increasing scrutiny and threat.
Speaking during an interview on Milele FM, the activist disclosed that while she remains committed to showing up for the cause, there have been warnings suggesting certain groups could target her.
"I will be there, lazima. Nina hofu because I am a target to many people. The political infiltration planning to use me as collateral. I am getting a lot of intel telling me that I am targeted, but it does not change anything, we still march forward. Unajua kama ni siku yako, ni siku yako,” Hanifa said.
She added that her family has been deeply worried, constantly calling her out of concern for her well-being, a reaction she admitted has left her emotionally shaken.
“They have been calling and calling and calling, but there is no turning back right now,” she said.
At the same time, Hanifa dismissed claims that she and other activists are being used to push hidden agendas, saying detractors are simply trying to delegitimise a genuine cause.
“Nani? If they have the proof, they can present it. If it was money motivated, they would have given up kitambo sana. They have tried to tarnish my name in any way possible but I am always vindicated. They will literally do anything to delegitimise this, but they just don't want to accept that people don't like them,” she said.
Hanifa reiterated that the protests are about the plight of ordinary citizens who have reached their breaking point.
“This is a fight for our lives, hii ni vita inahusu each of us. People have nothing to lose, yaani watu wamefika mwisho,” she added.
Here are some reactions from social media users:
Kennedy Omollo:
"She should protest and demonstrate peacefully and not to provoke police as she is used to."
Izo To:
"Wherever you are dear, we are with you, don't fear, no crime you have committed."
Praxides Atilah:
"When I grow up I want to be like Hanifa the Activist."
Binti Hamza:
"May God protect Hanifa."
Josephine Mueni Charles:
"We only need peace in our country for Christ sake be humble."
Nyawira Lillian Phoebe:
"May God protect you."
Elizabeth Luyundi:
"Be safe my younger sister."
Abdimalik Mohamed:
"Everyone has right to protest while police should protect lives and property."
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Was Hanifa attacked by goons during protests?
Previously, Hanifa recounted how a thief posing as a protester assaulted her and made away with her phone during demonstrations in Nairobi.
She had joined fellow youth in demanding justice for Albert Ojwang, who died under unclear circumstances in police custody.
Many Kenyans online praised her courage and leadership in the push for accountability.
Proofreading by Mercy Nyambura, copy editor at TUKO.co.ke.
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