Protests erupted at Karura Forest on Friday, August 29, following an announcement by the Kenya Forest Service (KFS) that a centralized eCitizen payment system would be mandatory for all visitors. Environmental activists, including Friends of Karura Forest (FKF), staged demonstrations, rejecting the move due to lack of consultation and concerns over financial control.

• FKF stated they were not informed of the decision, which they claim will disrupt operations and divert forest income without alternative financing for staff.
• The new eCitizen payment system requires all payments, previously made through FKF, to go through Paybill number 222222.
• Green Belt Movement condemned the KFS decision, calling for an immediate halt to the implemention and urging Kenyans to champion for the forest.