Deputy President Kindiki Condemns Violence at Place of Worship, Calls for Impartial Probe

 Deputy President Kithure Kindiki has strongly condemned acts of violence targeting places of worship, warning that such attacks threaten Kenya’s democratic fabric and constitutional freedoms.

In a statement issued on Monday, Kindiki said violence—whether orchestrated by political opponents, staged for sympathy, or carried out by any group for any purpose—is a criminal act that undermines democracy and violates the freedom of assembly and worship guaranteed by law.

“Attacks on places of worship are an affront to our shared values and to the Constitution,” Kindiki said. “They erode public trust, inflame divisions, and seek to replace peaceful democratic competition with fear and intimidation.”

The Deputy President called for an impartial, non-politicized investigation to identify the planners, executors, and enablers of the aggression, emphasizing that accountability is essential to deter future incidents. He underscored that justice must be pursued through lawful means, without bias or political interference.

“Only a thorough investigation followed by successful prosecution will prevent this behavior from taking root,” Kindiki said. “Kenya’s leadership must be contested through superior principles, ideas, and programs—not through violence.”

Kindiki reaffirmed the government’s commitment to protecting all Kenyans and safeguarding places of worship, urging citizens to remain calm and to uphold peaceful coexistence as authorities carry out their work.

Security agencies have been directed to expedite investigations and ensure those responsible are brought to justice, he added.