MOI UNIVERSITY STUDENTS ADVISED TO PLANT TREES INSTEAD OF PARTICIPATING IN THE JUNE 25TH PROTESTS

Moi University has advised students to take part in a tree planting and clean-up exercise on Wednesday, June 25, instead of joining street demonstrations to mark the anniversary of youths killed during last year’s Finance Bill protests.
In an internal memo dated June 23, the university’s Deputy Vice-Chancellor in charge of Administration, Planning and Strategy announced the environmental initiative, which is set to run from 8 a.m. to 12 noon at both the Main Campus and the Annexe.
“All staff and students who will not be engaged in lectures during this period are encouraged to participate,” the memo reads. Participants will gather at designated locations on each campus for further instructions.
The announcement comes as the Moi University Students Organization (MUSO) remains split over how to mark the emotionally charged date. June 25, 2024, saw deadly protests against the Finance Bill 2024 that left several young demonstrators dead, sparking national outrage.
Some student leaders opposing campus involvement in the anniversary memorial have faced growing backlash online, with several influencers on X condemning their stance and accusing them of ignoring the sacrifices made during the protests.
Despite the controversy, university officials have framed the tree planting initiative as a positive alternative that aligns with national environmental goals.