UPDATE: Russia and the United Kingdom have also issued travel advisories to their citizens over the anti-finance bill protests in most parts of the country.
The Russian government urged its citizens against visiting crowded places in Nairobi, Mombasa, Kisumu, Kakamega, Eldoret, Nakuru, Nanyuki, Nyeri, Kisii, Embu and Kericho.
The UK government also advised being in political gatherings and large crowds. UK citizens in Kenya should also monitor local media to know when and where the protests are ongoing.
The United States and Australian government on Tuesday, June 25 issued travel advisories to their citizens in the country over planned nationwide protests.
In different statements, the two countries have urged their citizens to exercise caution while in the country and avoid crowded areas while the anti-Finance Bill 2024 protests are in progress.
The US travel advisory cautions Kenyans against Nairobi's Central Business District (CBD) and other cities across the country.
"Planned protests about the proposed Finance Bill of 2024 are expected to continue. Specifically, there are calls for protests in the Central Business District of Nairobi and other cities throughout Kenya on Tuesday, June 25, and Thursday, June 27".
"Organizers have stated that the events are intended to be peaceful. However, large public gatherings can turn violent at any moment and spread to multiple sections of a city. It is recommended to remain vigilant and to avoid large gatherings. Traffic disruptions are expected," read a statement from the US.
The US has advised its citizens to avoid protest areas and demonstrations, monitor local media for updates, avoid crowds, and keep a low profile.
Additionally, Americans in the country should notify friends and family of their safety, be aware of their surroundings, review personal security plans and always carry their identification documents and a US passport with a valid Kenyan visa.
On the other hand, Australia had similar reservations about the expected violence and disruption of everyday activities owing to the nationwide protests.
"Demonstrations about the proposed Finance Bill 2024 are taking place across several cities in Kenya including Nairobi. We continue to advise exercising a high degree of caution in Kenya due to the threat of terrorism and violent crime," read part of the advisory.
Additionally, Australians in the country were also urged to be on the lookout for terrorist attacks. The foreign government emphasised that terror attacks may occur in Nairobi and other major population centres in the country.
All Australians are advised to check safety cautions before travelling to Kenya or moving from one place to another while in the country.
Demonstrations opposing the controversial bill are ongoing across the country and police officers have been deployed to ensure peace and order is maintained.
