A coalition of Christian organizations will hold an interdenominational memorial service on Sunday, June 22, at All Saints Cathedral in Nairobi to remember those who died during the anti-government demonstrations of June 25, 2024.

Themed “Lest We Forget” and inspired by Habakkuk 1:2–4, the event is being organized by the National Council of Churches of Kenya (NCCK), the Evangelical Alliance of Kenya (EAK), the Kenya Christians Professional Fellowship (KCPF), and the National Association of Youth Workers Networks (NAYNET).

In a joint statement addressed to Nairobi church leaders, the NCCK stated that the gathering will serve as a moment of reflection for the church and the nation, providing comfort to grieving families and reigniting hope among the youth.

“After weeks of consultation and reflection, we agreed to come together to organize this memorial in honour of those who lost their lives during the June 25 protests of last year,” read the statement co-signed by NCCK General Secretary Rev Canon Chris Kinyanjui and Rev Kepha Nyandega of EAK.

“It is also a chance to inspire hope for a better future through prayer, testimony, and artistic expression.”

Scheduled to run from 3:00 pm to 5:00 pm, the service will feature youth-led worship, memorial tributes, and a ceremonial reading of the names of those who lost their lives.

Senior clergy will support the service, which will also include a liturgical call for the Church to remain active in matters of justice, healing, and discipleship.

The memorial service comes just days ahead of the planned June 25 commemoration organized by Gen Z activists, civil society organizations, and opposition figures.

That event is set to mark one year since the fatal protests sparked by tax hikes and governance grievances.

Organizers of the church memorial have encouraged congregants to attend in person or join the event online, using the hashtag #LestWeForgetJune25 to show their support and solidarity.

Participants have also been asked to wear white tops and carry the Kenyan flag as a symbol of unity and remembrance.

“Whether physically present or online, your participation will be a sign of our collective commitment to Christ and to leading this nation with compassion and justice,” the statement noted.

The upcoming memorial is expected to renew conversations around youth-led activism, public accountability, and the Church’s role in promoting healing and justice in Kenya’s sociopolitical landscape.