Ambassadors and High Commissioners in Kenya have expressed concern over violence and the destruction of property witnessed during the recent anti-government demonstrations called by the opposition.
In a joint statement issued Tuesday, envoys of 13 countries; Australia, Canada, Denmark, Finland, Germany, Ireland, the Netherlands, Norway, Sweden, Switzerland, Ukraine, the United Kingdom and the United States, called for dialogue between President William Ruto’s administration and the Raila Odinga-led opposition to resolve their differences peacefully.
“We are saddened by the loss of life and concerned by high levels of violence, including the use of live rounds and the destruction of property, during the recent demonstrations,” reads the statement.
“We recognise the daily hardship faced by many Kenyans and urge all parties to table their concerns through a meaningful dialogue and resolve their differences peacefully to build the nation together, ensuring no further loss of life.”
The envoys expressed readiness to mediate the government and the opposition, noting, “We stand ready to support the parties in their efforts to find constructive and peaceful solutions.”
