Demonstration Alert for U.S. Citizens
Various towns across Kenya
Event:
Violent protests are ongoing, primarily in the Nairobi Central Business District (CBD) and on Thika Highway, as protestors have clashed with the police. The police have responded with tear gas and ammunition. Protests—some violent—are also occurring in towns across Kenya, including Kiambu, Machakos, Eldoret, Nakuru, Kisii, Mombasa, Nyeri, Nanyuki, Meru, and Homa Bay. The police have set up checkpoints in numerous locations.
Actions to Take:
- Avoid protests and crowds.
- Monitor local media for updates.
- Keep doors locked and windows rolled up while in a vehicle.
- Notify friends and family of your whereabouts and safety.
- Review your personal security plans.
- Carry a copy of your U.S. passport with current Kenyan visa.
Assistance:
U.S. Embassy Nairobi, Kenya
United Nations Avenue, Gigiri
+254 (0) 20 363 6000
U.S. Citizen Services – U.S. Embassy in Kenya (usembassy.gov)
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