The family of Karen Lojore has gone to court seeking Sh100 million in compensation following her death during a stampede at Nyayo National Stadium.
Karen died in December during the Asake and Gabzy concert, an event attended by thousands of fans.
A constitutional petition filed in court argues authorities and event organisers failed to protect concertgoers.
The petition states Karen lost her life due to poor crowd control and weak safety planning.
The family says you deserved protection while attending a licensed public event.
According to court papers, the stampede broke out as fans tried to access the venue, leading to chaos and fatal injuries.
The family claims:
Event organisers ignored crowd safety standards
Security teams failed to manage entry and exit points
Emergency response was slow and disorganised
The petition says these failures violated Karen’s right to life and dignity.
The compensation claim covers loss of life, emotional suffering, and alleged negligence by organisers and state agencies.
The family argues the amount reflects the seriousness of the loss and the duty of care owed to every ticket holder.
You attend concerts expecting safety, order, and proper planning. The petition says those expectations were not met.
The case names several parties, including event organisers and public authorities linked to venue approval and security oversight.
The family wants the court to declare those parties responsible for the tragedy.
The petition also seeks reforms on crowd management at major events to prevent future deaths.
Concerts attract large crowds across Kenya. This case pushes accountability in event planning and public safety enforcement.
A successful petition would set a clear warning for organisers and regulators.
The court is yet to hear the case. The outcome carries weight for families, fans, and the live events industry.
By Nation