U.S. Embassy Issues Warning Ahead of Planned Protest in Nairobi
The protest is in direct response to a u.s military operation in early January that resulted in the capture of the Venezuelan president, Nicolas Maduro...
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The U.S. Embassy in Kenya has issued a warning to its citizens regarding a planned demonstration in Nairobi on Wednesday, January 14. The protest, reportedly organized in response to recent U.S. military action in Venezuela, is expected to take place near the embassy's premises in the Gigiri neighbourhood.
- The demonstration is in solidarity with Venezuela following the capture of its President, Nicolas Maduro, by U.S. military forces on January 3.
- The U.S. Embassy advised citizens to monitor local media, avoid crowds, and maintain a low profile, emphasizing safety due to potential disruptions.
- Organizations like the Communist Party of Kenya (CPK) and the Kenya Left Alliance have previously called for youth demonstrations concerning Venezuela.
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