Police announce 6 AM Thika Road closures for CHAN finals
Sections of Thika Road, including Mwiki and Githurai, to be closed from 6am tomorrow for CHAN finals at Kasarani; motorists advised to use alternative routes, police warn of action for violations...
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Thika Road will experience significant disruptions on Saturday, August 30, due to the Africa Nations Championships (CHAN) final match at Moi International Sports Centre in Kasarani. Police have announced road closures and diversions, urging motorists to use alternative routes.
- The match between Morocco and Madagascar kicks off at 6 PM.
- The National Police Service confirmed roadblocks at Muthaiga (for traffic from Nairobi CBD to Thika Road) and Ruiru Interchange (for traffic from Thika, Juja, and Ruiru to Nairobi CBD).
- Up to forty-eight thousand football fans are expected, with the stadium at 80 percent capacity.
- FIFA President Gianni Infantino and CAF President Patrice Motsepe are expected to attend, along with President William Ruto and ODM leader Raila Odinga.
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