The Finance Bill, which Ruto has put on hold, was the trigger for the recent protests. But its roots run deeper.
The Kenyan Gen-Z must be cautious not to cross the threshold into a full-scale revolution, avoiding the potential hijacking of their good cause by opportunistic elements such as politicians or the military, as seen in other African countries.
Many admired and supported the demonstrations until last Tuesday when things took a different turn, with criminals who disguised themselves as protesters tarnishing the good name of Gen Z.
The party criticised President Ruto for distancing his administration from the killings and abductions despite what it said was clear evidence to the contrary.
Though not listed among protected areas, conditions set by parliament are that demonstrations or protests are not permitted within its precincts and neither are visits allowed without due process.
The Law Society of Kenya (LSK) confirmed Joshua Okayo's rescue along with that of Regis Wanjala, another student who had also been missing.
Kenya is one of the few countries in Africa that are still considered a stable partner in Europe and the USA.
Out of these, 23 of the deaths were recorded between 7 am and 6 pm across the county while 30 others were recorded at night in the Githurai area.
Wetang'ula said the invasion shook the country to the core, resulting in the loss of lives close to the Parliament precincts.
Some of the businesses along Tom Mboya Street, Ronald Ngala, Moi Avenue and even Luthuli Avenue, remain closed, including several major supermarkets, leaving shoppers to seek alternatives.
Amidst the ongoing turmoil in the country, Parliament has introduced a motion to advance and extend the upcoming recess, initially scheduled for July 12-24.
The organisers of the Global Peace Leadership Conference 2024 on Wednesday morning confirmed President William Ruto would not be in attendance.
AUC Chair Moussa Faki Mahamat also shared his "deep concern over the outbreaks of violence following public protests, which has resulted in loss of life and property damage," after police fired live rounds at protestors.
In a statement on Tuesday, Koome expressed deep concern over numerous allegations regarding the abductions of protesters amid ongoing mass protests against the Finance Bill.
Thousands turned up in Mombasa County, with the support of their governor, while boda boda riders and mama mbogas joined the action in Kwale, while the youth in Garissa also held protest, voicing key concerns about the bill.
Citizen TV's live coverage showed security agents hiding behind walls while pursuing the protesters and gunshots could be heard.
In the vote on Tuesday, 195 MPs voted in favour of the bill rejected by the public as a tool to overburden citizens via higher taxation, while 106 opposed it. There were three spoilt votes.
Key outlets such as the Day to Day, Tasnim, Sunrise, Al Noor, and Bangkok malls on Mohamed Yusuf Hajii Avenue opened their doors at 9 a.m.
From as early as 8 a.m., crowds gathered at various locations, including Archives, Afya Centre, Moi Avenue, and Kenyatta Avenue, waving placards and chanting slogans such as “Ruto must go.”
The right to protest consists of a group of rights guaranteed by both domestic and international law.