Kenyan artist Arrowbwoy releases ‘Mapambano’, a powerful protest anthem following his personal experience with police brutality during the June 25 anti-government demonstrations in Kenya.
This emotional track confronts pressing issues affecting Kenyans including police violence, corruption, broken political promises, and government interference with media freedom. Arrowbwoy’s message resonates with the ongoing Gen Z-led movement for change in Kenya.
The song was created after Arrowbwoy himself was whipped by police despite peacefully participating in protests commemorating those who lost their lives in last year’s unrest. The incident was captured on video and went viral, highlighting the harsh reality of police brutality in Kenya.
‘Bado ni mapambano’ (the struggle continues) has become a rallying cry as Arrowbwoy calls on all Kenyans – from mama mboga and boda boda riders to Gen Z activists – to remain vigilant in the fight against impunity.
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