On June 25, 2026, Nairobi experienced significant disruptions as police established roadblocks in anticipation of protests. The city center was notably quiet, with many businesses closed and Kenyatta Avenue largely deserted, featuring only a few pedestrians and vehicles. This heightened security presence was part of efforts to manage the situation ahead of the planned demonstrations, according to Eastleigh Voice.

Lagos State authorities have alerted motorists to the closure of a popular bridge in the city for rehabilitation works, urging residents to plan their movements accordingly. According to PM News, the government also appealed to motorists to exercise patience and cooperate with traffic managers and other officials deployed to the area throughout the repair period. The advisory aims to ease congestion and ensure safety while the rehabilitation is ongoing, though the duration of the closure was not specified in the report.

Police have set up roadblocks on several roads leading into the Nairobi Central Business District (CBD), restricting access for both private and public service vehicles. This action comes ahead of planned protests to commemorate the Gen Z anniversary.

Motorists on the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway are advised to expect temporary traffic diversions as the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) begins the installation of safety warning gantries on bridges along the highway. This diversion is part of ongoing infrastructure improvement efforts in the area, as announced by the Ogun State Sector Command.

The United States Embassy in Nairobi, Kenya, was closed on September 7 in observance of Labor Day, a US federal holiday recognizing the contributions and achievements of American workers. According to the embassy, its services were scheduled to resume on September 8. The closure was announced by The Kenya Times, which reported the embassy's notice informing the public of the temporary suspension of operations during the holiday, according to the publication.

The Lagos State Government has advised motorists to plan their journeys ahead of time as repair works commence on damaged expansion joints at Kara Bridge. According to Vanguard News, the government issued the warning to help road users anticipate possible traffic disruptions along the busy corridor while the repairs are carried out. Authorities did not specify how long the repair works are expected to last.