Nairobi, July 1 — Health Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale has announced a waiver of medical bills for victims injured during the nationwide protests held on June 25.
In a statement issued Monday, Duale emphasized the government’s commitment to ensuring that all those affected receive the medical care and support they need without financial burden.
“As a result, I have directed the management of Kenyatta National Hospital to waive all medical bills for patients injured during the protests and charge them to the hospital’s Disaster Emergency Fund,” he said.
Among those included in the waiver is the late Boniface Kariuki, a hawker who was reportedly shot during the protests. At the time of his passing, his outstanding medical bill stood at Ksh 815,805.
The announcement follows widespread protests in Nairobi and other parts of the country on June 17 and 25, 2025, driven largely by youth-led demonstrations against government spending and corruption. The protests part of the larger Gen Z movement have sparked both national and international concern over police brutality, with several injuries and fatalities reported.
Duale’s directive is seen as a step toward addressing the humanitarian impact of the protests and easing the burden on affected families.
