Chaos Erupts in Nairobi CBD as Police Lob Teargas at Protesting Traders

Author: Timothy CerulloPublished on: August 28, 2026Country: Kenya

Society & Lifestyle

Traders protested in Nairobi's CBD, holding placards and blowing vuvuzelas, causing a standstill in parts of the city. The police responded by firing teargas to disperse the demonstrators. Tensions escalated as the traders marched towards KRA offices to voice their concerns.

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