This archive report was first published on 19 August 2021.
On August 19, 2021, a wave of protests and looting swept through Kayole in Nairobi, following the alleged killing of a boda boda operator by police.
The incident sparked widespread outrage, with residents taking to the streets to express their anger and frustration.
According to eyewitnesses, the protests turned violent, with shops and businesses being targeted by looters.
The police were forced to intervene to restore order, but not before significant damage had been done.
The incident highlights the deep-seated tensions between law enforcement and the community, particularly in areas like Kayole where poverty and unemployment are rampant.
