The Russian and Ukrainian governments have issued travel advisories to their citizens in Kenya, advising them to be cautious due to ongoing anti-government protests in Nairobi and various parts of the country. In separate security alerts, both countries urged their citizens to avoid visiting Nairobi City Centre on Tuesday, July 2, 2024.
“In connection with the possible holding of protest actions in the city of Nairobi on July 2-04, 2024, we advise you, if possible, to refrain from visiting the central part of the city and carefully monitor information from Kenyan law enforcement agencies,” said the Ukraine Embassy.
The Russian Embassy in Kenya advised Russian citizens in the country: “There is currently an increased risk of mass demonstrations in Nairobi and other cities in Kenya on July 2, 2024. It is recommended not to visit the central area of Nairobi. Please continue to take precautions.” Meanwhile, activists and youth in Kenya have pledged to intensify their protests against President Ruto, which commenced two weeks ago.
The youth have declared both Tuesday and Thursday public holidays for an “OccupyEverywhere” movement and called on all Kenyans to stage sit-down protests on major roads in the country on those days.
