Government Spokesperson Isaac Mwaura made the clarification today, emphasizing continuity of economic activities and warning against any attempts to disrupt normalcy.

“June 25 will be a normal working day. There is no holiday declaration and all Kenyans have been asked to report to their working places. Politicians planning to take advantage of the Gen Z commemoration to cause chaos have been put on notice,” Mwaura stated.

He added that the government has put in enough mechanisms to protect businesses across the country and maintain law and order.

The clarification comes ahead of planned peaceful marches and vigils marking the second anniversary of the 2024 Gen Z-led protests against the Finance Bill, which turned deadly with dozens of deaths and injuries. Similar commemorations occurred in 2025.

Organizers, including families of victims, activists, and opposition leaders, have notified police of intentions to hold marches to Parliament to demand justice, compensation, and accountability for those killed.Siaya Governor James Orengo has called for the day to be observed as a public holiday.

“Mark your calendars: June 25th will be observed as a Public Holiday. No work, no school!” Orengo declared.

He invited Kenyans to participate: “We invite all Kenyans, mothers, fathers, siblings and friends to march to Parliament to demand justice and lay flowers where our children’s lives were cruelly taken.” Parallel vigils are planned across all 47 counties.

President William Ruto has reinforced the government’s position on normal operations.

“Children will go to school because it is their right, workers will go to work, and businesses will open their businesses so that we grow our economy,” Ruto said.

“We must never allow things that take Kenya backwards… We will defend the rights of everybody because we are a country that believes in order, we are a civilised country, an organised society that believes in the rule of law.”

He warned against mobilization for destruction of property or chaos.

The government has assured that peaceful assemblies will be facilitated under the Constitution while security agencies remain vigilant against violence or infiltration by those seeking political mileage ahead of the 2027 elections.

Police have set conditions for any processions to ensure they remain peaceful and have engaged organizers accordingly. A Sh2 billion compensation framework for protest victims has been announced in coordination with relevant bodies.

Businesses, schools, and public services are expected to operate normally on June 25.

The government has stressed its commitment to protecting lives, property, and economic stability while upholding citizens’ rights to peaceful expression and remembrance.

As tensions build, authorities have reiterated that any attempts to incite unrest or exploit the commemorations for chaos will not be tolerated. Kenyans are urged to prioritize peace, productivity, and the rule of law as the nation marks this sensitive date.

Further updates on security arrangements are expected in the coming days.

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