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June 25, 2026
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Heavy police deployment chokes Nairobi traffic ahead of June 25 anniversary

Heavy police deployment chokes Nairobi traffic ahead of June 25 anniversary

Businesses shut in Nakuru as city empties ahead of Gen Z anniversary protests; heavy police presence reported in Kisii while Kisumu CBD remains calm with traffic flowing normally...

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Nairobi experienced significant traffic congestion on June 25 due to heavy police deployment and roadblocks on major highways entering the city. This measure was implemented ahead of planned commemorations by Gen Z activists and civil society groups marking the second anniversary of the 2024 anti-Finance Bill protests.

  • Motorists faced movement restrictions as early as 4 am on highways including Thika Road, Mombasa Road, Waiyaki Way, and Ngong Road.
  • The security operation aimed to control access to the Central Business District and prevent large gatherings.
  • Hundreds of commuters were forced to disembark and travel on foot as public transport vehicles were denied entry into the city.

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