Protests Reported at American Embassy in Nairobi
Category: Unrest
Severity: 2 (Low)
Source: Drum Cussac
02/16/2018 (Kenya) - According to incoming unconfirmed social media reports on Friday, 16 February, opposition supporting groups have gathered at the American Embassy in Nairobi. Social media imagery indicates that police has clashed with several of the protesters. The protests are reportedly demanding the removal of the current American Ambassador over alleged support for the Jubilee leaders.
Clients in Nairobi are advised to avoid the vicinity of the aforementioned are in the immediate term. Travellers are advised to avoid all demonstrations and political gatherings in Kenya due to the risk of exposure to potential crowd disturbances and incidental violence. Given the elevated political tensions and frequent opposition protests, those in Kenya are advised to monitor local media and liaise with in-country sources to remain apprised of any planned or spontaneous demonstrations in their particular area of operations.
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