Nairobi: Friends Mourn Homeless Man Allegedly Killed in Protests, Say He Left Behind Pregnant Wife
- Families and friends went to identify the bodies of loved ones killed during the June 25 protests at City Mortuary
- Among them was a group of homeless Kenyans who identified 22-year-old Moses Mwangi allegedly beaten to death during the demonstrations
- In a video shared by activist Hussein Khalid, a tearful woman from the street community spoke of her pain and loss, describing Mwangi as a close friend
Kenyans in various towns across the country are grappling with the aftermath of the June 25 protests.
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While business owners whose property was looted and shops vandalised are counting huge losses, some families are mourning their loved ones, while others nurse serious injuries.
Those who lost relatives gathered at the City Mortuary on Thursday, June 26, to identify bodies, creating a sombre mood all around.
Street woman mourns friend killed during Gen Z protests
One such group, consisting of homeless Kenyans, arrived to identify the body of one of their own, Moses Mwangi.
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In an emotional clip shared on X by human rights activist Hussein Khalid, a woman was seen sitting at City Mortuary in Nairobi, tearfully speaking about her fallen friend.
She explained that 22-year-old Mwangi died after being clobbered to death around the OTC area during the Gen Z demonstrations.
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The grieving woman said the young man left behind his eight-month-pregnant wife, who also lives on the streets.
“He was the breadwinner, and his wife is pregnant. What will she do, and how will she survive when she lives on the streets like us? Let justice prevail, and may he be buried in peace,” she said.
She also criticised those responsible for Mwangi’s death, adding that Allah would repay them for their actions.
“We are all human beings. Whoever did this should remember they also have—or will have—children, and they too will feel our pain someday. One day, we shall have peace in Kenya and be able to fend for ourselves,” she added amid tears.
The devastated young woman noted that they were being looked down upon because of their low status in society, but she expressed hope for a better future.
What happened to Stima Plaza security guard?
In other tragic news, TUKO.co.ke reported that a man guarding the Kenya Power and Lighting Company (KPLC) headquarters, Stima Plaza in Nairobi, was fatally shot on June 25.
Fred Wamale Wanyonyi was shot in the stomach while at his duty post at around 4.30 pm and was pronounced dead upon arrival at the hospital.
KPLC sent a message of condolence to the family, while Kenyans joined in mourning the security officer on social media.
Kikuyu woman collapses after viewing body of hubby
TUKO.co.ke also reported that a woman from Kikuyu, Kiambu county, was overwhelmed with grief after viewing the body of her husband, Kevin Njau.
Njau was fatally shot on June 25 during the Gen Z demonstration held in honour of those who died in the 2024 anti-Finance Bill protests.
The heartbroken woman collapsed at the entrance of City Mortuary after identifying his body, forcing those around her to carry her to safety.
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