Omtatah warmly received at Shujaaz Concert in Uhuru Park

He took to the stage, waved to the crowd, and danced along to Eric Wainaina’s “Nchi ya Kitu Kidogo,” eliciting wild cheers from the audience.

The Shujaaz Memorial Concert also attracted people beyond the Gen Z and Millennial demographics.

The event began with the mounting of white crosses bearing the names of those who died during the protests and those still missing.

Several artists entertained the crowd, including Khaligraph Jones, Bien, Fena, Nameless, Octopizzo, Charisma, Juliani, Eric Wainaina, Sarabi Band, Graffiti Band, Mutoria, and DJ Moh.

Other performers included DJ Double Trouble, Field Marshall Band, Njerae, DJ Lordiwn, MC Kwambox, MC Kibunja, and MC Njoria.

Nairobi Governor Johnson Sakaja approved the use of Uhuru Park for the memorial concert.

Kenyans turned out in large numbers, carrying and waving Kenyan flags as they were entertained by various artists.

July 7 is also a significant day in Kenya’s fight for the country’s second liberation, providing an opportunity to reflect on Kenya’s history.

This day is commemorated annually in memory of July 7, 1990, when nationwide protests demanded multiparty democracy in Kenya.