The southern bypass, a few kilometers from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA), has witnessed another tragic road accident, claiming two more lives. This incident has sparked chaos, with Kenyans burning tires and protesting the poor state of the road. They are also criticizing the government for not utilizing collected taxes effectively. Photos shared by Kenyans.co.ke depict vehicles on fire and onlookers observing the morning’s turmoil from a distance.
Amid this unrest, JKIA is poised to be the epicenter of significant demonstrations today. Protesters are marching to demand accountability for the recent leasing of JKIA to Adani Commercials for 30 years. They allege that the process did not adhere to the procedures outlined in the 2010 Constitution of Kenya. The government and police have issued stern warnings, emphasizing that JKIA is a protected area and that demonstrations will not be permitted there.
Despite these warnings, the public’s frustration over governance and transparency issues is driving them to persist with their planned protests, setting the stage for a potentially intense confrontation.
