Nairobi woke up to widespread police roadblocks and heavy security deployments on July 7th, 2026, as authorities moved to restrict access ahead of the planned Saba Saba protests.

• Major entry routes into the city were partially blocked by 6:30 a.m., causing significant traffic delays.
• Activists had planned the demonstrations to address concerns including extrajudicial killings and enforced disappearances.
• Police have declared the protests illegal and warned against unlawful gatherings, leading to the suspension of many public transport services.