On June 20, 2025, the streets of Mwiki, Kasarani, were engulfed in protests as residents demanded justice for the brutal murder of a 19-year-old girl found dead in her mother’s home.
The demonstrations, which disrupted businesses and traffic along the Kasarani-Mwiki-Njiru Road, were sparked by outrage over the gruesome killing, with locals accusing authorities of failing to address rising insecurity in the area.
This tragic incident has reignited concerns about safety and police accountability in Nairobi’s Kasarani constituency, amplifying calls for swift action.
According to eyewitness accounts, the young woman’s body was discovered on a sofa, with blood oozing from her neck and mouth, indicating a violent assault.
Residents, carrying twigs and placards, lit bonfires and barricaded roads, vowing to continue protests until the perpetrators are brought to justice.
Social media posts on X captured the intensity of the demonstrations, with videos showing angry youths marching and chanting for accountability.
The protests follow a similar demonstration in nearby Thome Estate, where residents rallied on June 19, 2025, after the alleged murder of a young man under unclear circumstances.
Locals accused law enforcement of attempting to cover up the killing, further fuelling distrust in the police. The Kasarani protests highlight a broader wave of unrest in Nairobi, with residents pointing to systemic issues like police brutality and inadequate response to violent crime.
“We cannot keep losing our youth to senseless violence,” said a local activist, echoing sentiments shared across. The demonstrations disrupted businesses for hours, with the Kasarani-Mwiki road declared a no-go zone as protesters clashed with security forces.
This incident comes amid heightened tensions in Nairobi, following earlier protests over the death of blogger Albert Ojwang in police custody.
The recurring theme of police accountability and rising crime has galvanised Kenya’s youth, with the Gen Z movement amplifying demands for justice on social media platforms.
As Mwiki residents mourn, their protests underscore a growing call for reforms to address insecurity and ensure justice for victims of violent crimes in Kasarani and beyond.
