By Jeff Kizzilah Digital Editor
The National Parents Association (NPA) has called on all Kenyans planning to participate in the June 25, 2026 demonstrations to conduct themselves peacefully, responsibly, and within the confines of the Constitution.
Speaking on behalf of parents across the country, National Chairman Mr. Silas David Obuhatsa emphasized that the day carries special significance as Kenyans remember those who lost their lives during the events of June 25 last year.
“The National Parents Association urges all Kenyans to commemorate this day in a peaceful, dignified, and lawful manner while respecting the rights and freedoms guaranteed under the Constitution,” said Obuhatsa.
The Association reiterated that Article 37 of the Constitution guarantees every Kenyan the right to assemble, demonstrate, picket, and present petitions to public authorities peacefully and unarmed. NPA noted that these rights must be exercised responsibly and without endangering lives or property.
NPA expressed concern about the safety of school-going children during the demonstrations, particularly because learners are currently on mid-term break and remain under the care of their parents and guardians.
“We strongly advise parents to ensure that their children do not participate in demonstrations or place themselves in situations that may expose them to violence, injury, or exploitation by criminal elements,” the Association stated.
The organization also called upon the National Police Service to provide adequate security for peaceful demonstrators and all members of the public. NPA urged security officers to exercise professionalism, restraint, and impartiality while protecting constitutional freedoms.
According to the Association, peaceful demonstrators should be protected from criminal gangs and goons who often infiltrate public gatherings to cause violence, destruction, and disorder. Individuals engaging in criminal acts should be isolated and dealt with according to the law while peaceful protesters continue exercising their constitutional rights without interference.
NPA further cautioned political leaders against encouraging actions that could expose vulnerable citizens, especially children, to danger. The Association stressed that schools must remain safe spaces and should never be turned into battlegrounds during demonstrations.
While encouraging peaceful remembrance activities such as candle-lighting, moments of silence, laying flowers, and prayer services, the Association firmly opposed acts of violence, vandalism, looting, and destruction of public or private property.
The National Parents Association concluded by urging all Kenyans to reject violence, resist criminal infiltration of demonstrations, and demonstrate patriotism by protecting life, safeguarding children, respecting constitutional rights, and preserving national unity.
“Let us honor those we lost through peaceful remembrance, national reflection, and a collective commitment to protecting our country and future generations,” the statement concluded.
