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Youth rights activist Kasmuel McOure has expressed regret over a recent photo he took with South Mugirango MP Silvanus Osoro.
In a video posted on his X account, McOure, who gained prominence during the Gen Z-led anti-government protests in mid-2023, acknowledged that the encounter has sparked speculation about his allegiance.
Many have questioned whether he has abandoned their cause to align with the Kenya Kwanza administration, which he vehemently denies. “I’ve received numerous messages asking if I’m still with the people or if I’ve joined the government,” he said.
While McOure noted that he has received offers to collaborate with the government since the protests, he emphasized his commitment to his principles and refusal to work with a government he believes disrespects human rights. He expressed regret for the photo with Osoro, stating, “That photo was taken by a lady legislator who was with him; it was a brief encounter. I told him how poorly they run the government.”
He clarified that he hasn’t gone silent; rather, his current work is community-focused and not public. This is the second time McOure has addressed the situation, following the viral spread of the photos.
Known as a vocal critic of the Kenya Kwanza government, McOure played a significant role in the anti-tax protests, often representing the ideals of the ‘faceless and tribeless’ Gen Z movement in various media interviews. He reiterated that his lack of media presence does not indicate a shift in his stance.
“My work is community-based, collaborating with leaders from the protests. I have nothing to do with Osoro. Reflecting on it, I regret the encounter, especially considering how he mocked the dead during our protests. I’ve been apologizing to my communities and want to clarify that I have no interest in collaborating with this government.”
Osoro, who serves as the Majority Chief Whip in the National Assembly, played a role in pushing the controversial Finance Bill, 2024, through Parliament amid widespread protests. The events of June 25, 2024, will be remembered as a significant moment of civil unrest in Kenya, with violent clashes resulting in multiple fatalities as demonstrators expressed their outrage over the bill’s passage. The Kenya Kwanza government aimed to raise additional funds through this bill to support its national budget.
