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Businesses shut, little activity as protests continue in Kisii, Migori

Western

By Esther Nyambura | Jul 04, 2024

**Protestors in Migori lit bonfires along the Migori-Rongo Highway after barricading the road with stones and boulders during anti-government protests on July 4.** [Anne Atieno, Standard]

Protests in Migori County have continued into the third week, with demonstrators staging another anti-government protest that saw them block the Migori River bridge on the Migori-Rongo highway.

The protests resulted in business closures as demonstrators lit bonfires and clashed with law enforcement officers.

**Protesters block the Migori River bridge along the Migori- Kisii highway as the anti-government protests continue**. [Caleb Kingwara].

In Nairobi County, businesses and pedestrian traffic in the Central Business District (CBD) have been disrupted in anticipation of upcoming anti-government demonstrations.

Despite a heavy police presence, the city remains relatively calm today.

**Calm returns in the Nairobi CBD after Tuesday's protest.** [ Samson wire Standard]

However, the usual vibrant atmosphere of the CBD has been subdued as many residents chose to avoid the area following Tuesday's disturbances.

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In Kisii town, streets are deserted and businesses remain shut as traders assess the damage from Tuesday's looting. Police presence remains pronounced.