Drama as activist Kasmuel McOure chased by anti-femicide protesters in Nairobi

Singer-turned-political activist Kasmuel McOure was on Tuesday chased away by protesters participating in the anti-femicide demonstrations at the Nairobi’s Central Business District (CBD).

The drama started after the outspoken activist attempted to join demonstrators in the city’s streets.

Contrary to his momentous entries during the Gen Z demos where he had gained prominence across media platforms, a section of irate youths booed and shouted at him to go away.

The firebrand youth leader, who a few months ago was perceived a public darling, found himself seeking cover after the cold reception from the mob.

Videos shared across social platforms captured McOure being whisked away with shouts of “Rudi home! Enda!” as demonstrators were displeased with his presence.

The same criticism was extended by netizens with a majority of Kenyans on X calling him out for what they termed as being the “people’s sellout.”

Hours after the demonstrations and online slaughter, McOure took to his official X account to address the incident insisting that regardless of the CBD attack, he remained true to his course by participating in the march,  dubbed ‘EndFemicideKE’ and would not be cowed.

“I marched today, got booed, but still showed up. I always will. #EndFemicideKE,” he stated.

“I left because some protesters felt my presence wasn’t appropriate. I didn’t see the need to centre myself in today’s march after such clear feedback. This is a cause I’ve always supported and stood up for, even when it drew harsh criticism back in March. Regardless, I’ll continue to stand for what I believe in.”

The attack on McOure followed a similar reaction by netizens in October where he was accused of “dining with the government” while pretending to be fighting the same government.

McOure came under fire for failing to address the Morara Kebaso attack at Bomas of Kenya, after being given a chance to address the crowd.

Not long after Morara was violently booted out of the Bomas of Kenya hall, where he had endured a vicious attack from an angry mob, Kasmuel took to the microphone to offer his views on the Gachagua impeachment.

Political activist Kasmuel McOure receives a cold reception from protestors in Nairobi CBD. pic.twitter.com/kF15lfmSHP— Cyprian, Is Nyakundi (@C_NyaKundiH) December 10, 2024