Nairobi

Capital and largest city of Kenya

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Nairobi is the capital and largest city of Kenya. The name is derived from the Maasai phrase Enkare Nairobi, which translates to 'place of cool waters', a reference to the Nairobi River which flows through the city. The city proper had a population of 4,397,073 in the 2019 census. The city is commonly referred to as The Green City in the Sun.

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Kenya Protests: Kenyan Youth Protest Government Violence, Demand Justice in Nairobi Young Kenyans are taking to the streets again after the government's violent response to last week's demonstrations. What started as a protest against a tax bill is now a demand for justice for those.. Credit: Oneindia Duration: 03:20Published 1 week ago

WATCH: The finance bill fury, Nairobi's streets on fire Anti-tax protesters in Nairobi clashed with riot police on Tuesday, blocking roads and burning tires after recent tax legislation caused deadly unrest. Credit: euronews (in English) Duration: 02:00Published 2 weeks ago

Kenya ‘Shaken To The Core’ As Death Toll Reaches 40, Fresh Protests Erupt \| Ruto Remains Silent The largely peaceful protests, primarily led by young Gen-Z activists, escalated into violent confrontations last Tuesday. The situation deteriorated when lawmakers passed the contentious tax.. Credit: Oneindia Duration: 03:14Published 2 weeks ago

Kenya In Flames: After Huge Tax Win, Protesters In Kenya Plot Next Moves, Demand Ruto’s Resignation Protesters returned to the streets of Nairobi on Thursday, expressing scepticism about Kenyan President William Ruto's recent decision to temporarily suspend an unpopular tax bill. Demonstrators.. Credit: Oneindia Duration: 03:55Published 2 weeks ago

WATCH: Protests persist in Nairobi despite president's concessions Tear gas filled Nairobi's streets on Thursday amid a heavy security presence ahead of protests against a controversial finance bill. Credit: euronews (in English) Duration: 01:00Published 3 weeks ago

Kenya Unrest Ground Report: Kenya Times' Editor Explains Violent Clashes Over Ruto’s Tax Bill Recent events in Kenya have drawn global attention as the nation grapples with significant unrest. The capital city of Nairobi has become a focal point of tension, with security forces confronting.. Credit: Oneindia Duration: 19:51Published 3 weeks ago

Kenya's president Ruto withdraws finance bill after deadly protests The apparent concession came to pass after at least 22 people were killed and scores injured in violent protests in the capital of Nairobi. Credit: euronews (in English) Duration: 00:35Published 3 weeks ago

Watch: Protesters clash with police in Nairobi Police opened fire on the crowds and used teargas to disperse people. Multiple deaths have been reported. Credit: euronews (in English) Duration: 02:00Published 3 weeks ago

Kenya Protests Turn Ugly: Ruto Calls Protests ‘Treasonous’ After Police Fire At Demonstrators The unrest has led to tragic outcomes, with at least five protestors being shot dead and over 150 injured in Nairobi. Police reportedly used tear gas and live rounds to disperse thousands who stormed.. Credit: Oneindia Duration: 03:09Published 3 weeks ago

Kenya's parliament set on fire after protests against controversial tax changes turn to riots A part of the parliament building in Nairobi was set on fire by protesters who managed to break inside following protests gathering thousands, while reports say several dead bodies can be seen in the.. Credit: euronews (in English) Duration: 01:05Published 3 weeks ago

WATCH: Nationwide protests in Kenya over controversial tax proposals Thousands of young Kenyans took to the streets of Nairobi and other cities on Tuesday to protest against new tax proposals in the government's annual budget. Credit: euronews (in English) Duration: 01:00Published 3 weeks ago

Kenya force leaves Nairobi to tackle gang violence in Haiti Credit: FRANCE 24 English Duration: 01:52Published 3 weeks ago

WATCH: Mass arrests in Nairobi as tax hike protests continue Over 200 protesters were arrested in Nairobi, Kenya, during protests against proposed tax hikes in a finance bill. Credit: euronews (in English) Duration: 01:00Published on June 18, 2024

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Tear gas used to break up anti-government protests in Nairobi Tear gas has been used to break up anti-government protests in Kenya following violent clashes over now abandoned tax rises. Sky News - Published 2 weeks ago
'Kenya has changed forever' - inside first funerals held for protesters killed by police A funeral procession weaves through the heart of one of Nairobi's poorest neighbourhoods. Sky News - Published 3 weeks ago
Police fire tear gas during clashes with protesters in Nairobi Kenyan police have fired tear gas at dozens of protesters in Nairobi and blocked off roads to the presidential palace as crowds took to the streets again nationwide. Sky News - Published 3 weeks ago

Heavy security in Nairobi amid violent protests There is heavy security in Nairobi, amid protests of escalating violence against a controversial bill. Sky News - Published 3 weeks ago
Kenya's president withdraws controversial bill which sparked deadly protests Kenyan president William Ruto has withdrawn a bill which sparked deadly protests in Nairobi, saying he was "respecting the loud message coming from the people". Sky News - Published 3 weeks ago
Barack Obama's Half Sister Auma Tear-gassed Live on Air During Kenya Protests Barack Obama's half sister was inadvertently tear-gassed during a deadly demonstration in Africa ... and it's all on video. Auma Obama was being interviewed by CNN in the middle of Tuesday's protests.. TMZ.com - Published 3 weeks ago

Protesters 'shot dead' in Kenya as parliament set on fire after contentious tax bill passed Protesters in Kenya have been reportedly shot dead and Nairobi's parliament set on fire after a contentious tax bill was passed. Sky News - Published 3 weeks ago
India announces $250 million agriculture aid to boost ties with Kenya India and Kenya aim to boost defence, maritime, and connectivity ties. India offers a $250 million line of credit to improve Kenya's agriculture sector. The two countries sign five agreements and issue.. IndiaTimes - Published on December 6, 2023
Heavy rain in Kenya affects tens of thousands, disrupts cargo Kenya on Sunday said tens of thousands of people across the country had been impacted by heavy rainfall, flooding and landslides that had also interrupted cargo services at Mombasa port. Kenya Railways.. IndiaTimes - Published on November 19, 2023
IndiGo to start flights to six destinations in Africa, Central Asia Embarking on "massive" international expansion plans, the carrier will connect Nairobi in Kenya and Jakarta in Indonesia, with direct flights from Mumbai in late July or early August. "Delhi will get.. IndiaTimes - Published on June 2, 2023

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Nairobi

Capital and largest city of Kenya

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