Kenya’s youth have taken political defiance to chilling new heights ahead of the much-anticipated June 25 protests — by preparing their own eulogies before they hit the streets.
In an unprecedented online wave blending dark humor, raw courage, and morbid foresight, Gen Z has flooded TikTok, Facebook, and X with personalized obituaries, tear-jerking final messages, and even professional-style eulogy posters. These young protesters — many barely out of university — are publicly declaring their readiness to die for the cause, all while urging their followers to give them "decent burials" in case they fall to police bullets.
From photoshoots in funeral poses to “In Loving Memory” cards, the digital content is bold, bizarre, and deeply unsettling. But it’s also powerful.
One DJ’s Digital Goodbye Goes Viral
It all began when DJ Eduhmaks dropped a bombshell post — not a new mix, but his own death notice. His now-viral tribute begins:
“In case they shoot me tomorrow, read this loud to my mom and dad and tell them I did my best…”
The Kisii-born engineer-turned-activist declared that he would rather die on his feet than live under corruption, tyranny, and injustice.
Selfies for the Grave
Another user, JNationist (real name David Wachira), posed for his own death announcement — complete with a BTS shoot, date of death (June 25, 2025), and a calm acceptance of his fate. The video racked up over 26,000 likes and thousands of emotional comments from fellow Gen Zs echoing their support — and fears.
Mortician’s Phone Blows Up with Morgue Bookings
The madness didn’t stop there. Popular TikToker and mortician Ann Mwangangi was left stunned after dozens of Gen Z followers began pre-booking morgue services with her.
“Somebody sent me Ksh.1,000 and said it’s an installment for preserving their body after the protest,” she revealed, almost unable to believe it herself.
She says she received more than 20 direct calls, including inquiries at her actual hospital, from young Kenyans asking to be “prepared just in case.”
Why It’s Bigger Than Just a Protest
Initially sparked by anger over the proposed Finance Bill 2024, the June 25 demos have spiraled into a full-blown uprising against government greed, injustice, economic despair, and police brutality.
The eulogies are more than internet drama — they’re digital resistance. They’re a warning. A desperate cry that these youths would rather risk death than keep living in what they describe as a broken system.
Tomorrow, Kenya won’t just see a protest. It may witness a generation’s final stand.
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