Russian President Vladimir Putin's administration has warned its citizens in Kenya of possible protests as the country goes to the polls next month.
In a tweet, the Russian Foreign Ministry on Tuesday stated, “on the eve of the General Election, protests are possible.” It also mentioned the curfews being administered within the Northern regions of the country, some parts of Lamu and Tana River regions.
The warning comes days after the UK government issued a similar warning to its citizens, a follow up to another notice issued on June 16.
Other countries that have also put their citizens on notice with regard to Kenya's election include the United States, Sweden, Spain, France and Australia.
“Avoid political rallies and protests as they may quickly turn violent,” Australia’s department of foreign affairs mentions on its website.
The Swedish Government Federal Council also cautioned of possible renewed violence in the country and urged its citizens to keep away from protests and to follow the instructions of the local authorities on its websites.
For France, the notice was issued on June 28, Spain on January 24 and the US travel advisory, though not updated, is still valid until the 31st of August.
The Canadian Nation’s travel instructions were updated on July 13th.
The warnings come even as the Kenyan Government continues to tighten security measures as well as carry out an overall emphasis on peaceful campaigns and secure elections.
