By Steve El Sabai
Today, Booker Omole, a prominent leader of the Communist Party of Kenya (CPMK), joined hands with courageous working-class women from across the country in a bold stand against the rising tide of violence under President William Samoei Ruto’s administration. In an electrifying show of solidarity, the group demanded an end to femicide and other forms of oppression, calling for systemic change to liberate women and all marginalized communities.
Their rallying cry, #EndFemicideKE, resonated across the gathering as they laid bare the grim reality of a government they accused of perpetuating neocolonial fascist policies and failing to address gender-based violence. With unwavering conviction, the demonstrators declared: “Ruto must go!”
Booker Omole emphasized the urgent need to dismantle what he termed a “regime of repression,” vowing to continue mobilizing grassroots movements until justice, safety, and dignity are restored for all women in Kenya. He underscored the importance of unity among Kenyan citizens to confront systemic oppression and create a just and equitable society.
This protest serves as a stark reminder of the deep-rooted issues that have persisted under successive governments and a call to action for every Kenyan to stand in solidarity against femicide and systemic injustice. The message is clear: the time for change is now.