Protests leave trail of destruction at Sunbeam Shopping Complex

Business owners are counting losses after Sunbeam Shopping Complex was destroyed by fire during the anti-tax demos on Tuesday, June 25, 2024, along Mfangano Street in Nairobi CBD.

The complex that was a thriving hub for commerce and community now stands as a reminder of the demos that gripped the city.

Videos seen by the Star showed protesters breaking glass on the building before police officers came into rescue.

The building was also torched.

Blackened walls and twisted metal now replaced the vibrant storefronts that once lined this bustling commercial artery.

The debris of shattered glass and burnt-out structures are all that remains of the businesses that once thrived.

Supermarkets and shops along Ronald Ngala, and City Hall Way among others were among the most affected in Nairobi CBD.

Naivas supermarket along Ronald Ngala and Carrefour supermarket were vandalized.

Crowds of people were seen walking with a lot of household items, furniture,electronics to paint a picture of the losses incurred.