Saba Saba: Kenyan Traders, Businesses Take Action to Protect Shops Ahead of Planned Protests
Kenyan traders and business owners have taken action to protect their shops ahead of the planned Saba Saba protests.
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This followed heightened tension following Wednesday, June 25, protests that led to the destruction of property and businesses worth billions of shillings.
In Nairobi, businesses in the Central Business District (CBD) took extra precautions, adding security doors to their shops.
According to Citizen TV, some traders decided to relocate their products to safe places outside the CBD.
Computer and mobile phone shop owners along Tom Mbaya Street said they have spent more than KSh 300,000 to install metallic doors for security reinforcement.
"We have spent more than KSh 300,000 to reinforce doors. This is the money we did not even have," said Philip, one of the traders.
The traders informed customers that they will not open shops on Monday, due to the fear of losing their products to looting.
Thika Road Shopping Mall (TRM) announced the closure of its premises to protect its tenants and customers during the day.
TRM said it took the decision following a security advisory from G4S, warning of possible unrest and disruptions in Nairobi.
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In the private sector, companies and institutions urged their employees to stay away from the CBD and work from home during the Saba Saba commemoration.
The Kenya Bankers Association (KBA) urged bank staff to work from home or from branches that are in the protest hot spots.
Meanwhile, the government directed all public servants to report for work during the Monday Saba Saba planned protests.
Public Service Cabinet Secretary (CS) Geoffrey Ruku urged the civil servants to adhere to Articles 10 and 232 of the Constitution in regard to the principles and values of governance and public service, which require providing citizen-centric, responsive and timely services to Kenyans.
"Kenyans are expecting quality services from the government, and all public service providers are expected to serve with utmost dedication and professionalism at all times," said Ruku.
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Source: TUKO.co.ke
