On Sunday, September 21, 2025, thousands of Kenyans gathered at Uhuru Park in Nairobi to demonstrate against Israel’s continuous army campaign in Gaza and to share uniformity with Palestinians withstanding dispute, blockade, and displacement. The occasion, which started with a convoy of motorbike and auto riders from Adams Gallery, was convened by Muslim leaders, civil culture groups, and human rights defenders.
The tranquil demonstration united a wide spectrum of voices, consisting of Islamic scholars, imams from throughout the country, politicians, civils rights organisations, and participants of the public Amongst those existing were Sheikh Jamaludin Osman, imam of Jamia Mosque; Hassan Omar, Secretary General of the ruling United Democratic Partnership (UDA); former senator Billow Kerrow; Abdillahi Abdi, Chairman of the National Muslim Leaders Forum (NAMLEF); and Irũngũ Houghton, Executive Director of Amnesty International Kenya.
Speakers drew parallels between the altruistic dilemma in Gaza and Africa’s colonial past, stressing that the Palestinian struggle was not restricted to religious or national boundaries but was an universal human rights issue. Hanifa Aden, a human rights protector, stated, “We are right here to reveal our uniformity for Palestine. It is not fine for youngsters to be bombed. This is one of the most recorded genocide ever before.”
Irũngũ Houghton explained the invasion of Gaza as “fretting” and pressed the Kenyan federal government to constantly elect UN resolutions that call for an end to hostilities, security of civilians, responsibility for war criminal offenses, and the realisation of a two-state service. He worried that the concern prolonged beyond Palestine, framing it as a matter for the whole world.
Other speakers provided more powerful ask for activity. Hassan Omar advised the Kenyan government to identify Israel as a terrorist entity, while Sheikh Jamaludin Osman asked for a boycott of Israeli-linked products such as KFC and Coca-Cola, arguing that their consumption indirectly financed military aggressiveness.
The gathering likewise served as a fundraising platform. Contributions were gathered to give food help, clinical products, and various other fundamentals for Palestinians. Additionally, funds were increased for an environmental campaign to plant trees in memory of Palestinians who have actually lost their lives. Islamic institutions, mosques, and committees from various parts of Kenya joined the effort, underlining nationwide engagement.
Resolutions from the protest included advising the Kenyan government to embrace a firm diplomatic stance against Israel, motivating boycotts of Israeli-affiliated services, and mobilising sustained humanitarian assistance for Palestinians. Participants additionally condemned what they termed the hypocrisy of globe powers whose silence and passivity had lengthened Palestinian suffering.
The objection coincided with the opening of the United Nations General Assembly in New York , where the Gaza conflict is anticipated to dominate considerations. With more than 65, 000 Palestinians reported eliminated and over 2 million locals of Gaza facing alarming humanitarian problems, Nairobi’s demonstrators swore to continue promoting up until international responsibility and a long-term resolution are attained.
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