PHOTOS: Kasarani packed to the rafters, police ask Kenyans to watch event from home

Security teams attend to injured Kenyans following a security breach at Kasarani. [Denish Ochieng, Standard]

"To avoid logistical challenges, this is to request the public to make alternative arrangements to view the proceedings, especially from the comfort of their homes," Shioso said.

As at 8:20am, police were struggling to control the crowds that were forcing their way into the already filled sports complex.

Security officers move to contain crowds following a breach at one of the entrances. [Denish Ochieng, Standard]

Security officers try to contain crowds as they charged to make their way to the Stadium. [Denish Ochieng, Standard]

More Kenyans troop at Kasarani. [Denish Ochieng, Standard]

Military officers in final drills before the main event. [Samson Wire, Standard]

Kenyans try to find the perfect spot to follow the swearing-in event. [Denish Ochieng, Standard]

Hawkers sell their wares around Kasarani Stadium. [Nathan Ochunge, Standard]

Women try to climb a wall to make their way to the stadium. [Nathan Ochunge, Standard]

Photos by Denish Ochieng, Samson Wire and Nathan Ochunge.