Nairobi Braces for Saba Saba as Police Tighten Security

"There will be restricted areas like parliament definitely will be resoluted because we don't want intruders just to go there and and cause chaos for public transport. Yes, they can do their businesses but we let them uh in after our screening," the Police boss said...

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Nairobi is preparing for heightened security measures ahead of the annual Saba Saba commemoration on July 7. The National Police Service is implementing increased checkpoints and restricted areas to prevent disruptions.

The commemoration marks the historical pro-democracy movement in Kenya.
The Nairobi Police Commander Issa Mohamud stated that measures are in place due to past breaches of peace during demonstrations.
Civil society groups plan a peaceful procession to Parliament Buildings to present a petition on governance and economic issues.