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Protest anthems that fueled Gen Z revolt and birthed a movement

Gen Z during the Gen Z Love Jesus Ministry night ‘Kesha’ in Nakuru on January 31,2025 which started at 9pm and 6am. [Kipsang Joseph,Standard]

Welcome to Kenya, where humour is a powerful coping mechanism, even in difficult times. Despite facing serious challenges, Kenyans use wit in the form of memes, slogans, catchy music, sarcastic tweets and clever slang to reflect on and respond to their reality.

This spirit of humour and creativity was particularly evident during the anti-Finance Bill protests in 2024. What began as online frustration, quickly escalated into peaceful street demonstrations across towns and cities. Protesters turned out in style, carrying smartphones and creative placards that blended sarcasm and sharp political critique.

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