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[PHOTOS] Heavy police presence seen in Nairobi CBD

The streets were deserted amid fears protests could be held.

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by SHARON MWENDE

In-pictures09 July 2024 - 10:07

In Summary


  • A spot-check by the Star showed police patrol both on foot and by vehicles in various streets in the CBD.
  • The way to the City Hall was also blocked by a police truck.
Police vehicle on standby at Kimathi Street on July 9, 2024

The Nairobi Central Business District was on Tuesday characterised by heavy police presence.

The streets were deserted amid fears protests could be held.

A spot-check by the Star showed police patrol both on foot and by vehicles in various streets in the CBD.

The way to the City Hall was also blocked by a police truck.

Reports on social media indicated that there were plans to hold 'occupy CBD' demos.


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