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June 25, 2026
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Kisumu Calm as Nairobi Faces Heavy Security Lockdown Ahead of Gen Z Memorial Protests

Kisumu Calm as Nairobi Faces Heavy Security Lockdown Ahead of Gen Z Memorial Protests

Normal business activities continued across the lakeside city, with public transport operating without major disruption despite increased police patrols in several areas...

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While Nairobi faced a significant security lockdown with restricted movement and roadblocks, Kisumu remained calm ahead of planned Gen Z memorial protests.

  • Kisumu businesses remained open and traffic flowed normally, contrasting with the heavy police deployment and barricades in Nairobi's Central Business District.
  • The protests mark the anniversary of the June 25, 2024 demonstrations and seek accountability and reforms.
  • Authorities warned of disruptions in Nairobi, with checkpoints and barriers impacting commuters and businesses.

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