The Canadian Embassy in Kenya has issued an advisory notice to its citizens living in Kenya and those planning to visit the country due to planned protests on July 7, 2025.
In the notice published on July 3, the embassy urged the citizens to exercise caution due to a potential violent demonstration on the Saba Saba Day.
“Demonstrations are scheduled to take place in Nairobi across Kenya on July 7, 2025. Gatherings and demonstrations may also occur before or after this date. Recent demonstrations have been violent, with incidents of looting and shootings resulting in casualties,” the embassy said in a statement.
It further warned its citizens that demonstrations could also lead to disruptions in transport, telecommunications, and Internet access.
In the announcement, the embassy also informed the citizens that authorities may impose curfews and restrict movement without notice.
Those living in are urged to stay away from demonstrations, avoid areas around government buildings, and monitor local media for the latest information.
They are also advised to follow the instructions of the local authorities, including curfew orders and expect heavy security measures and increased security presence.
Canada warned the people against travelling to Nairobi, Naivasha, Nanyuki, Meru, Narok, the coastal areas of Kenya, Mandara, Wajir, and Garissa near the border with Somalia, stating there is a threat of terrorism in these areas.
"There is also an increased risk of kidnapping in the northeastern Kenyan counties of Mandera, Wajir, and Garissa bordering Somalia and the coastal areas of Lamu County."
"Some incidents involved the use of improvised explosive devices and have resulted in injuries and deaths, including at the Dadaab refugee camp, 80 km from the Somali border," the notice reads.
Additionally, the embassy warned of areas within a 50-kilometre radius of the Ethiopian border that were identified as dangerous due to cross-border conflicts.
The embassy also flagged government buildings, schools, places of worship, malls, and hotels as locations where attacks could occur.
