Top Kenyan Artists Who Perfomed During Shujaaz Memorial Concert

Hundreds of youths marched to Uhuru Park on Sunday for a concert in honour of protesters who died during demonstrations against the Finance Bill. The date coincided with the 1990 Saba Saba uprising, marking Kenya’s second liberation, and the event served as a reflection on the country’s history.

Activist Boniface Mwangi announced plans for the commemorative concert on his official X account earlier last week. The event, dubbed the Shujaaz Memorial Concert, took place from 12 PM to 7 PM and attracted a diverse crowd, including Gen Z, Millennials, and supporters from other generations.

The free-entry concert saw attendees pay homage to the victims of state violence during protests against bad governance and the controversial 2024 Finance Bill, among other issues.

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

Radio presenter Sheila Kwambox served as the MC. 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 Lordwin, MC Kwambox, MC Kibunja, and MC Njoria.

Nairobi Governor Johnson Sakaja approved the use of Uhuru Park for the memorial concert. Busia Senator Okiya Omtatah, a vocal opponent of the now-impugned Finance Bill 2024, was also present. His popularity was evident from the loud cheers he received at the event.