Azimio co-principal Kalonzo Musyoka has called on all Kenyans to unite and defend the values of justice.
Speaking in a press briefing on Wednesday, he said the coalition is steadfast in its commitment to advancing the interest of all citizens.
"We call on all Kenyans to unite and defend the values of justice, democracy and peace for which this country is being known," he said.
Kalonzo commended Gen Zs for uniting to inspire the majority of disenfranchised and disillusioned Kenyans, to exercise their constitutional right to demonstrate.
He however blamed the police for allegedly shooting and killing over 39 protesters and injuring hundreds more.
Kalonzo alleged that the violence, looting and destruction of property on Tuesday were coordinated and sponsored by some individuals in power.
"The intention of yesterday's well-organised, coordinated and sponsored chaos was to undermine the Gen Z nationwide protests," he said.
According to the Kenya National Commission on Human Rights (KNCHR) at least 39 people died and 361 injured during the countrywide anti-Finance Bill protests.
The Commission said the data was recorded from June 18 to July 1, 2024.
KNCHR chairperson Roseline Odede raised concern that demonstrations which started as peaceful on the first day turned chaotic on June 25.
"The demonstrations resulted in several deaths, injuries and property damage," she said.
KNCHR said deceased victims are from Nairobi (17), Nakuru (3) Laikipia (1), Narok (1), Kajiado (3), Uasin Gishu (4) Kakamega (1) Kisumu (2), Kisii (1), Mombasa (3), Siaya (1), Kiambu (1) and Nandi (1).
Odede said there were 32 cases of enforced or involuntary disappearances and 627 instances of arrests of protestors.
