India issues advisory for its citizens in Kenya as tax hike protests turn violent
"In view of the prevailing tense situation, all indians in kenya are advised to exercise utmost caution, restrict non-essential movement and avoid the areas affected by the protests and violence till the situation clears up" , the indian embassy in kenya issued a statement on X.
The consulate also stated in the thread that indian nationals living in kenya should monitor local news sources as well as the Mission's website and social media accounts for updates.
Notably, a CNN interview revealed that Auma obama, a Kenyan activist and the half-sister of former US President barack obama, was one of the demonstrators who was tear-gassed during protests outside the parliament building in Nairobi.
The demonstrator behind obama, meantime, held a placard that said, "Colonialism never ended in kenya," while another shouted, "This is our country." This country is ours."