Kenya Railways suspends commuter train service in Nairobi ahead of demos
Kenya Railways has announced the suspension of all commuter train services on Wednesday, July 19, 2023, ahead of protests called by Azimio la Umoja-One Kenya coalition party.
In a statement, Kenya Railways said the move is a precautionary measure arising from recent incidents where stations were vandalised and trains stoned, putting passengers' lives at risk.
The suspension will affect the Nairobi Commuter Rail Service trains serving between Nairobi Central Station and Lukenya, Syokimau, Embakasi Village, Ruiru, Kahawa West and Limuru.
The suspension will also affect the commuter passenger service between Nairobi Terminus and Ngong Station.
"The Corporation is compelled to take these measures as the safety of our customers is and will always be of paramount importance to us. We will advise you once normal services resume and sincerely apologize for any inconvenience caused," the statement added.
