A group of grassroots women leaders from the Coast region is calling on the youth to end ongoing protests and instead embrace dialogue and reconciliation to address their grievances.
The leaders expressed concern that the frequent protests have resulted in the destruction of property, disruption of businesses, injuries, and loss of lives.
They also warned that such unrest risked reversing the government's economic gains and deterring potential investors.
The women, led by Afya Rama, want the government to be given time to deliver on its campaign pledges as outlined in the Bottom-up Economic Transformation Agenda. "The protests must now come to an end, and the government should be given a conducive environment to initiate and implement projects across the country," stated Ms.