NAIROBI, Kenya Jun 19 – President William Ruto has cautioned against any attempts to disrupt public life as the country approaches the second anniversary of the June 25, 2024 anti-Finance Bill demonstrations that shook the nation and left dozens dead.Speaking during the National Productivity and Performance Conference at State House, Nairobi, on Thursday, the President said Kenya must remain focused on economic growth, warning that acts of violence, destruction of property and disruption of essential services would not be tolerated.The Head of State stressed that schools, businesses, farms and workplaces must continue operating uninterrupted, saying national development depends on maintaining productivity across all sectors.“We will not allow anyone to destroy property, create chaos or interfere with the normal functioning of the country. Children must be in school, workers must report to their jobs, businesses must remain open and farmers must continue producing so that we can keep moving the country forward,” President Ruto said.His remarks come amid heightened anticipation ahead of June 25, when Kenyans are expected to commemorate the nationwide protests against the Finance Bill 2024. The demonstrations, largely driven by Gen Z activists, evolved into broader protests over governance, taxation and accountability, resulting in the deaths of at least 67 people, according to rights groups.As the anniversary approaches, foreign missions and security agencies have intensified monitoring of the situation amid expectations of fresh demonstrations in major towns and cities.On Thursday, the United States Embassy in Nairobi issued a security alert to American citizens, warning that protests could occur in different parts of the country, particularly in Nairobi’s Central Business District and other urban centres.The embassy noted that while demonstrations could take place at any time, the likelihood of gatherings was expected to increase around June 25, potentially leading to traffic congestion, road closures and disruptions to movement.“June 25 marks the anniversary of protests that occurred in Kenya during the past two years. Demonstrations may occur at any time, but the potential for protests is higher around June 25,” the embassy said in its advisory.American citizens were advised to avoid large crowds and demonstration sites, monitor local media for updates, review their personal security plans and remain alert to changing conditions. The embassy also urged travellers to keep vehicle doors locked, windows rolled up and to carry identification documents at all times.The advisory comes as organisers of the anniversary events continue preparations for commemorative activities across the country.Meanwhile, families of victims killed during the 2024 anti-Finance Bill protests have sought assurances of security from the National Police Service ahead of planned memorial marches scheduled for June 25.Accompanied by human rights activists and political leaders, relatives of several victims, including Rex Masai, Erickson Mutisya, Kennedy Onyango and Andrew Kelvin, marched to Jogoo House on Thursday to formally notify police of their intention to hold peaceful commemorations.The families presented their notification to Inspector-General of Police Douglas Kanja and called for adequate security during the events.They also renewed demands for justice, urging authorities to investigate and prosecute officers and commanders they hold responsible for alleged killings, torture and enforced disappearances linked to the 2024 demonstrations.Security agencies have yet to announce any restrictions on public gatherings but have indicated they are closely monitoring developments ahead of the anniversary.