Kenya: Protests likely in major cities through early September amid teachers' union strike /update 1

Further protests are likely across Kenya through at least early September after members of the Kenyan Union of Post-Primary Education Teachers (KUPPET) embarked on an indefinite strike on Aug. 26. The strike comes amid negotiations over the promotion of some public school teachers and other issues. Despite a court order suspending the work stoppage, KUPPET leaders have vowed to continue the action. Since the strike began, related protests have been reported in Bungoma, Eldoret, Kisii, and Mombasa. As of early Aug. 29, KUPPET-affiliated teachers are protesting along Hospital Road in Nairobi.

Possible gathering locations include government buildings, party offices, business districts, and main thoroughfares. Authorities will likely deploy an increased security presence in affected cities. This can involve road closures and checkpoints, causing localized transport and business disruptions. Clashes between security forces and protesters cannot be ruled out.