LSK calls for dialogue between Raila, Ruto

The Law Society of Kenya has offered to mediate a dialogue between President William Ruto and Azimio leader Raila Odinga.

Speaking on Tuesday during a press conference, LSK President Eric Theuri said that a call for national dialogue is the answer to all challenges in Kenya.

Theuri called on Ruto to air the grievances of Kenyans citing that their agitation should be respected.

"Protests as they have been held, have created an atmosphere of tension, anxiety that makes it untenable for public order to prevail. We have seen the agitation that has been there in the members of the public, that agitation must be respected," he said.

"The agitation demonstrates that there is a feeling within the country that there are issues that need to be addressed."

Theuri added that they are not only calling for national dialogue but also to mediate between Ruto and Raila.

Azimio supporters gear up for planned protests scheduled for Wednesday, Thursday and Friday.

This is despite calls from Kenya Kwanza leaders and religious leaders to call off the protests.

However, the opposition chief has maintained that the protests will go on as planned.

On Wednesday, at least 13 European ambassadors called on President Ruto and Raila to embrace dialogue to stop any further loss of lives.

In a joint statement, the ambassadors and High Commissioners said they are concerned by the violence and loss of lives.

The diplomats insisted that they support efforts by the government and the opposition to find a peaceful and lasting solution.

"We are saddened by the loss of life and concerned by high levels of violence, including the use of live rounds and the destruction of property, during the recent demonstrations," the Ambassadors and High Commissioners said.

"We recognise the daily hardships faced by many Kenyans and urge all parties to table concerns through a meaningful dialogue and resolve their differences peacefully to build the nation together, ensuring no further loss of life."