Chaos Erupts at Kasarani Stadium as Police Fire Tear Gas

Thousands of Kenyans had filled the stadium waiting for Raila Odinga's body...
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Tear gas was fired by police at Kasarani Stadium, dispersing thousands of Kenyans who had gathered for a public viewing. Chaos erupted after some attendees reportedly threw stones, prompting a forceful police response.
- Thousands of Kenyans were dispersed from the Kasarani Stadium, which has a 48,000-capacity.
- The public viewing was for Raila's body, which arrived from India.
- Unconfirmed reports indicated several people were injured, with one person believed to have been shot.
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Chaos Erupts at JKIA and Kasarani Stadium as Mourners Overwhelm Security - October 2025
Chaos erupted at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA) on Thursday morning as thousands of mourners overwhelmed security personnel during the arrival of Raila Odinga's body. The unruly crowds breached VIP gates, disrupting the planned State Reception and preventing President William Ruto from participating. Security was forced to form a barrier around the plane. Separately, police fired tear gas at Kasarani Stadium to disperse thousands who had gathered for a public viewing. This response occurred after some attendees reportedly threw stones, prompting a forceful police action.








