Some of the celebs who showed up at the Occupy Parliament protests

Yesterday’s 2024 Finance Bill protests saw several famous artists taking to the streets to stand with their fellow citizens.

Some celebrities cheered the crowd, while others helped keep everyone’s energy up throughout the demonstrations.

Below is a roundup of celebrities who were spotted at the protests:

King Kaka and Nana Owiti

The couple joined the protests, mingling with their fans and voicing their opposition to the bill. King Kaka mentioned that he had just returned to the country and felt it was his duty to join the fight for their rights.

Kate Actress

Despite facing backlash on social media for previous comments, Kate Actress participated in the protests with a disguised face. Her Instagram has seen a decline in followers, possibly due to her comments.

DJ Grauchi

DJ Grauchi turned the protest into a lively event by bringing a van and playing music to cheer on the demonstrators. His set included songs like ‘Njege Masanse’ by Wakadinali, which resonated with the protesters.

Mulamwah

The comedian surprised many protesters by providing tea and mandazis to keep their energy levels up as they tried to gain access to the Parliament of Kenya.

Octopizzo

The rapper, known for his roots in the Kibera slums, showed up with his entourage, which provided security for him. He was seen wearing chains and looking well-groomed.

Kabugi

The actor, known for his role in the film ‘Volume,’ demonstrated solidarity by joining the protests and mingling with fellow protesters as they moved through the streets.

Tipsy Gee

The urban tone sensation, famous for the hit song ‘Kufinish Kumalo,’ was seen in the CBD, despite being affected by tear gas. He made efforts to fight against the finance bill, which many view as punitive.

Phil Karanja

The director and co-founder of Phil-it Productions was also present, accompanied by close friends including Abel Mutua, Njugush, Judy Nyawira, and Spikes.

Phil carried a placard that read, “Ata bado sijapona and I’m on my second divorce with the Government.”

by  GARVIN PATRICK