The Africa Union Commission chairperson Moussa Faki has called on Kenyans to refrain from any further violence, amid the ongoing anti-Finance Bill protests.
In a statement on Wednesday, Faki said called on all involved to instead engage in constructive dialogue to address the issues at play.
“The Chairperson of the African Union Commission is following with deep concern the outbreaks of violence following public protests in Kenya, which has resulted in loss of life and damage to property,” he said
“The Chairperson urges all stakeholders to exercise calm and refrain from further violence. The Chairperson also appeals to national stakeholders to engage in constructive dialogue to address the contentious issues that led to the protests in the supreme interest of Kenya.”
Faki called for peace in order to maintain the stability and security of the country.
Earlier, the United Nations SG Antonio Guterres said that he was saddened by reports of deaths and injuries that occurred during the protests.
“I am deeply saddened by the reports of deaths and injuries – including of journalists and medical personnel – connected to protests and street demonstrations in Kenya,” Guterres said in a statement on Wednesday.
The UN boss went on to appeal to the Kenya government to exercise restraint when dealing with anti-Finance Bill protesters.
