Protests Disrupt Transport on Nairobi’s Jogoo Road over Market Demolitions

Nairobi’s Jogoo Road experienced significant disruption on Tuesday due to protests by traders opposing planned demolitions at Uhuru Market. The protest resulted in blocked roads and traffic delays, with traders previously having achieved a temporary reprieve in 2021 through legal action.

On Tuesday morning, transport along Nairobi’s Jogoo Road faced severe disruption due to protests by traders opposing planned demolitions at Uhuru Market. The protesters commenced their demonstrations at the market, situated near Jogoo Road, before advancing to the highway, blocking traffic to voice their grievances.

The protests on Jogoo Road highlight the ongoing tensions surrounding the planned demolitions at Uhuru Market. As traders continue to express their dissent, the absence of a response from the National Police Service adds to the situation’s uncertainty. This recurring conflict reflects a broader struggle over land rights and the livelihoods of local traders.

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