18 Sep 2024 | 09:38 AM UTC
Kenya: University staff striking nationwide Sept. 18
Unions representing university personnel launch strike across Kenya, Sept. 18. Related protests likely near universities.
The Universities Academic Staff Union (UASU) and the Kenya Universities Staff Union (KUSU) began a strike at all public universities nationwide on Sept. 18. Union leaders are demanding better salaries and medical cover, among other issues. Related minor gatherings have been reported near universities. It is unclear how long the work stoppage may last. Union representatives previously stated that the strike would continue until officials met their demands.
Related protests will likely persist near public universities and government buildings, particularly in urban centers such as Nairobi or Mombasa. Heightened security and localized traffic disruptions are likely near any protests that materialize. Should students support the educational staff, the scale of the demonstrations and associated risk of clashes with security forces will likely increase.
Avoid all protests and anticipate localized transport disruptions near possible demonstration sites. Leave the area immediately at the first sign of any security disturbance. Abide by all official directives.
