Kenya's JKIA Airport Braces for Potential Disruptions Amid Anti-Government Protests

 

Online activists in Kenya are mobilizing for an "Occupy JKIA" protest at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, amid growing anti-government sentiment. The Kenya Airports Authority has warned passengers of potential disruptions and heightened security.

The protest is linked to frustrations over the Finance Bill 2024 and broader issues like governance, corruption, and economic hardship. Youth-led organizers are using social media to rally support, accusing the government of ignoring public concerns.

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Authorities are boosting airport security to prevent disruptions while urging calm. This planned demonstration marks an escalation in civic actions targeting public institutions, following earlier protests in Nairobi and Kisumu.

The protests reflect growing dissatisfaction with President Ruto's administration and its economic policies, with many Kenyans demanding change.