Press Statement
Date: 27th June 2024
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
CREAW Strongly Condemns Recent Killings and Abductions of Kenyans Exercising Their Democratic Rights.

Nairobi, Kenya – The Centre for Rights Education and Awareness (CREAW) extends its deepest condolences to the families who have lost their loved ones during the recent protests against the Finance Bill 2024. We strongly condemn the recent killings of Kenyans who were peacefully protesting this punitive bill. We are deeply saddened and outraged by the violent response meted out to peaceful citizens exercising their constitutional right to peaceful assembly and expression.

We are also alarmed by reports of abductions targeting Kenyans who have courageously stood up for their rights, including women who have been at the forefront of these protests. These acts of violence and intimidation are unacceptable and stand in direct violation of the principles of democracy and human rights enshrined in our Constitution.

As a national women’s rights organisation, we stand in solidarity with Kenyans in fully rejecting the Finance Bill 2024 which would exacerbate existing inequalities and deepen the plight of women and girls of Kenya.

We demand justice and accountability from the relevant state agencies and that those responsible for these heinous acts face the full consequences of the law. The protection of citizens and their democratic rights must be the foremost priority of any democratic government. We also demand that the government of Kenya provide a safe environment for Kenyans to peacefully protest as is protected in the constitution.

In response to these events, CREAW is offering free legal aid and counselling services to survivors of violence as well as their families. Affected people can reach out through our Toll-Free line 0800 720 186.

We remain committed to advocating for a world free of violence and ensuring that the rights and freedoms of all individuals, particularly women and girls, are respected and protected.

For more information, please contact: info@creawkenya.org

About CREAW: The Centre for Rights Education and Awareness (CREAW) is a non-governmental organization dedicated to the promotion and protection of the rights of women and girls in Kenya. We work towards creating a just society where women and girls can live free from violence and
discrimination, and have the opportunity to thrive with voice and agency.