Mombasa’s youth turned out in force today, marching through the coastal city’s central streets in solidarity with the national June 25 protests. From Moi Avenue to the iconic elephant tusks, the demonstrations delivered a loud, clear message: Coast voices matter in the fight for justice and accountability.
Highlights
- Peaceful demonstrations were held across Moi Avenue, Kenyatta Avenue, and near the Mombasa CBD elephant monument.
- Protesters demanded justice for Albert Ojwang and denounced police brutality.
- Heavy police presence watched over the events but no major incidents were reported.
- Mobilisation was largely driven through social media platforms like TikTok and WhatsApp.
Main Story
From early Wednesday, crowds began gathering at Kenyatta Avenue and the landmark tusks in Mombasa town. Most were youth—students, creatives, and activists—dressed in black and carrying placards calling for justice, freedom of speech, and government accountability. The protest, though smaller than Nairobi’s, carried powerful symbolism as it echoed the capital’s calls from the coast.
Unlike scenes in Nairobi where police deployed teargas and razor wire, Mombasa’s demonstration remained peaceful. Law enforcement maintained a visible but restrained presence—monitoring the march without interfering. Officers were stationed at major roundabouts and junctions, but no clashes were reported.
The protest was primarily youth-driven, sparked by viral TikTok videos and WhatsApp messages that called for coordinated turnout. Organisers used digital platforms to share protest routes, safety tips, and legal contacts—mirroring strategies seen in Nairobi and other counties.
Today, Mombasa walked—not just for justice, but for visibility. The message was simple: the Coast will not be left out of Kenya’s democratic awakening.
