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July 7, 2025
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Nairobi Locked Down as Saba Saba Tensions Paralyse City

Nairobi Locked Down as Saba Saba Tensions Paralyse City

Roadblocks were mounted on major entry points including Waiyaki Way, Kenyatta Avenue, Jogoo Road, Mombasa Road, Thika Road, Kiambu Road, Uhuru Highway, and Valley Road, with both private and public service vehicles barred from accessing the Central Business District. Only emergen..

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Nairobi remains under lockdown on July 7 as police set up roadblocks to prevent protests marking the 35th anniversary of the historic Saba Saba demonstrations, despite government claims of a normal working day.

  • Roadblocks were established on major entry points, restricting access to the Central Business District and forcing many commuters to walk long distances.
  • Opposition leader Raila Odinga expressed support for the Saba Saba movement, highlighting ongoing issues like police brutality and economic hardship.
  • Many schools advised students to stay home due to safety concerns, following recent unrest related to police excesses and political discontent.

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