Motorists were stranded on Monday night, September 7, 2026, after protesters barricaded the Mlolongo Exit of the Nairobi Expressway, blocking traffic from leaving the toll highway. According to Ghafla Kenya, the demonstration began at around 6:00 PM and continued past midnight, leaving long queues of vehicles trapped on the off-ramp connecting to Mombasa Road. The protest reportedly followed a standoff involving boda boda operators, though further details on the cause were not provided.

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.

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.

Street acrobats in Nairobi are performing stunts for tips at traffic stops, entertaining drivers caught in the Kenyan capital's daily gridlock. According to the Sowetan, the performers work at intersections amid high youth unemployment, turning congested roads into an informal stage where they earn money from motorists. The report highlights how young people in the city are finding creative ways to make a living in the face of limited formal job opportunities.

Residents and business owners along Idimu Ejigbo Road in Lagos are raising concerns over a large accumulation of rubbish that has occupied part of the busy road for six months, according to Tori.ng. The waste pile has reportedly disrupted movement and daily activities in the area, prompting frustration among those who live and work nearby. Affected community members are calling on authorities to clear the refuse and address the situation, which they say has persisted without intervention.

Motorists using the Nairobi Expressway will be diverted from the Westlands Exit for 12 days, from September 8 to September 20, 2026, to allow maintenance and construction works on the elevated overpass deck after the exit. According to a public notice from Moja Expressway Company, the operator of the toll road, the closure will affect drivers heading through the Westlands area of Nairobi. The announcement was reported by The Kenya Times, which published details of the planned diversion for commuters.