Kenyatta University Students Shut Down Thika Road in Protest Over Power Outage
Thika Road came to a standstill today as Kenyatta University students staged a massive strike, protesting a two-week power outage on their campus. The demonstration brought traffic, including trucks and lorries, to a complete halt, leaving motorists stranded for hours.
— CITY DIGEST. (@city_digest) January 27, 2025
Videos circulating on social media show fiery scenes, with tires set ablaze and thick smoke billowing into the air. Students flooded the highway, chanting and demanding urgent action from the university administration and relevant authorities to restore electricity.
The power outage has reportedly disrupted learning, accommodation, and daily activities on campus, sparking frustration among the comrades. Motorists are advised to avoid the area as tension remains high. Authorities are yet to issue a statement on the situation.