As Kenyans commemorate Saba Saba Day, police have once again erected roadblocks on major roads leading to the CBD, causing traffic snarl-ups as vehicles and pedestrians are screened.
Police officers erect a roadblock on Jogoo Road in Nairobi during the Saba Saba commemoration on July 7, 2026. [Edward Kiplimo, Standard]
Nairobi has in recent years become a hotspot for protests. But for many residents, the concern isn't the demonstrations but activities surrounding the events.
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