Githunguri MP Gathoni Wamuchomba has called on all mothers across the country to wear black on Wednesday, June 25, 2025, in honour of protesters who lost their lives during the 2024 anti-Finance Bill demonstrations.
Taking to her official X account on Tuesday, June 24, Wamuchomba urged Kenyan mothers to show solidarity by applying black foundation, paste, or lipstick on their faces as a form of peaceful protest.
She emphasised that the act is not just symbolic but also a powerful way to mourn the young lives lost.
According to the MP, the mothers’ gesture will represent the pain and unity of motherhood, transcending tribal, racial, or religious differences. She appealed to all women to join the movement from 6 am to 6 pm, saying it is the least they can do to stand with grieving families.
Wamuchomba described the protestors as heroes of Kenya’s Third Liberation, a reference to the historic resistance against the controversial 2024 Finance Bill. The demonstrations, which turned deadly, claimed the lives of over 60 people.
“Dear ALL mothers of Kenya, Tomorrow we join other Kenyans in mourning our children, the Heroes of Kenya’s Third Liberation. In support of affected mothers, I urge ALL mothers of Kenya to apply black foundation/ black paste or black lipstick on their FACES as they mark this DARK day of our history irrespective of tribes, race or religion,” the lawmaker stated.
Adding;
“Motherhood is Painful, we are one! This is the only way we can peacefully protest the injustices and murders of our Children. We shall wear black FACES from 6 am to 6 pm. United we stand.”
June 25
On Wednesday, June 25, 2025, Kenyans will mark the first anniversary of last year’s deadly anti-Finance Bill protests with a nationwide memorial march. This day, now being referred to as the Gen Z Memorial March, is being organised primarily by young Kenyans, joined by opposition leaders and civil society groups.
It aims to honour the memory of those who died during the June 2024 protests, when demonstrators stormed Parliament and were met with lethal force.
Across the country, peaceful activities are planned, including marches, candlelight vigils, laying of flowers, and silent processions. Nairobi will be the main focus, with participants assembling at Kenyatta Avenue Roundabout at 9:00 am, then marching through the city centre to Parliament and the President’s Office. Other towns, including Kisumu, Mombasa, Kiambu, Naivasha, and Machakos, are also expected to participate in similar activities.
The youth are mobilising heavily on social media, using hashtags like #Justice4OurMashujaa and #NeverForgetKE, and sharing artwork, protest posters, and tribute videos. Organisers have emphasised that this is not a violent protest but a peaceful memorial, calling for justice and accountability from the government.
Police have acknowledged the planned activities and promised to provide security.
