The Australian High Commission in Kenya has issued a travel advisory warning its citizens about ongoing transport-related protests over high fuel prices, disrupting movement in Nairobi and other parts of the country.

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In an advisory released on May 18, the Embassy urged its citizens to limit movement, travel only if necessary, and avoid crowds.

“There are ongoing transport-related protests in Nairobi and other areas. Limit travel to essential movement only, and avoid crowds,” stated the embassy.

In the alert, the high commission reiterated that some areas remained high risk, although there was no specification of the hot spots for protests.

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"We advise: Exercise a high degree of caution in Kenya overall due to the threat of terrorism and violent crime. Higher levels apply in some areas," the alert went on.

Transport disruptions, planned by a conglomerate of public transport stakeholders in the country, such as the Motorists Association of Kenya (MAK), continued to paralyse public transport for a better part of Monday, May 18, leaving thousands of commuters stranded and creating serious uncertainty for travellers and residents trying to navigate their daily routines.

In some areas, the disruptions descended into full-blown running battles as police engaged protesters in Kitengela, Ruiru and the Nairobi CBD.

Along Thika Road, roads were barricaded by protesters, with police seen lobbying for teargas to quell a group of irate youth.

Beyond the transport chaos, the advisory also flagged broader security concerns, particularly regarding crime and the ever-present threat of terrorism.

“We continue to advise exercising a high degree of caution in Kenya due to the threat of terrorism and violent crime. Higher levels apply in some areas,” stated the Embassy.

📰 Source: Kenyans.co.ke