First Lady Margaret Kenyatta was among the first to congratulate the President-Elect

Following the announcement by IEBC Chairman Wafula Chebukati declaring Uhuru Kenyatta as President-Elect, there was varied feedback.

Heads of state, leaders and Kenyans also also took to social media to express their reactions.

Rwanda President Paul Kagame also tweeted
Paul Kagame's tweet
Uganda President Yoweri Museveni's message
Council of Governors
Kipchumba Murkomen
Media personality Kalekye Mumo
Mugo Kibati

Vehicular traffic also increased slightly in Nairobi’s Central Business District. Initially, the CBD was quiet and most streets deserted. Uber, an e-taxi service, started experiencing a surge as prices increased.

Uber price surge