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Originally published by Kenyanstop
March 31, 2026
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Uproar as Nairobi County Demolishes Sections of Gikomba Market Overnight
Gikomba traders protest and scramble to salvage stalls and goods following an overnight demolition operation after a 30-day eviction notice expired...
✨ Key Highlights
The Nairobi County government conducted overnight demolitions at Gikomba Market, displacing approximately 6,000 traders to clear riparian land along the Nairobi River and mitigate flood risks.
- 6,000 traders affected by the overnight demolition.
- Nairobi County government, led by Governor Johnson Sakaja, carried out the operation.
- Traders protested the demolition, citing inadequate alternative space, with one noting the temporary site is only a quarter of an acre compared to Gikomba's 16 acres.
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