Nairobi Youth Business Community condemns violence, calls for unity and professionalism

 The community extends heartfelt wishes for a speedy recovery to those injured during the protests and offers deepest condolences to the families who have lost loved ones.

The community commended the youth, particularly Gen Z, for their determination to have their voices heard in matters of governance.

 "Their push is not in vain, and we believe they are being listened to," the statement read.

However, the community highlighted the severe impact of violence and looting that marred the protests against the rejected Finance Bill 2024. "We are suffering in many ways after goons infiltrated the recent protests and looted our property," the statement continued.

 While the President estimated the damages at Ksh.2.4 billion, the community corrected the figure upwards to Ksh.3 billion, citing significant business disruptions and potential job losses.

The Nairobi Youth Business Community revealed they possess images and CCTV footage of individuals believed to have exploited the peaceful protests for looting. They expressed their readiness to share this evidence with authorities and urged the police to take swift action to bring the perpetrators to justice.

In a call for calm and unity, the community appealed to politicians to reduce the heightened political tensions for the sake of national stability and progress. "This is our country. Let everyone do their work professionally without interference," the statement concluded.