Protesters have torched two vehicles along Aga Khan Walk in Nairobi.
The chaos erupted in the heart of Nairobi as protesters engaged in violent confrontations with police officers in a dramatic bid to access Harambee Avenue.
The protesters have been pushing for the ouster of Deputy Inspector General of Police Eliud Lagat, following the controversial death of blogger and teacher Albert Ojwang.
In images seen by the Star, the vehicles are engulfed in flames, emitting thick plumes of dark smoke, in what appears to be a street scene.
The inferno has completely consumed two of the vehicles, leaving them as charred husks, while the third, a light-colored sedan, is still visibly burning from the fron.
In the background, a building with a blue facade is partially visible on the left, suggesting an urban setting.
To the right, a person with their arms outstretched appears to be observing the chaotic scene, their silhouette partially obscured by the smoke and flames.
The street itself shows signs of the intense heat, with debris scattered around the burning vehicles.
The fiery tableau unfolds amidst widespread protests in Kenya, sparked by the death of blogger Ajwang.
The country is also on edge as citizens await the reading of the 2025/2026 national budget, adding a layer of tension to an already volatile situation.
A large crowd of demonstrators surged from the Ambassador area, hurling stones at police as they made their way toward the heavily guarded government precinct
Tensions escalated rapidly, with protesters lobbing back tear gas canisters that had been fired to disperse them.
The running battles caused significant damage in the area. Protesters vandalised some vehicles and overturned trash bins along Harambee Avenue, leaving a trail of destruction.
The atmosphere remained tense as protesters, undeterred by the heavy police presence, pressed forward with their demand to reach Parliament.
Despite initial resistance from law enforcement, the protesters eventually overpowered police barricades and accessed parts of Harambee Avenue.
The stone-throwing continued as officers responded with more tear gas in an effort to regain control.
By Star