Uhuru Park now open after closure over anti-gov’t protests: Nairobi County
Uhuru Park is fully operational after its
recent temporary closure at the height of anti-government protests in the
capital, the Nairobi County government has said.
The public park was temporarily closed due
to vandalism during citywide protests in June; however, it has been in
operation since September 28, according to Maureen Njeri, the County Executive
Committee (CEC) Member for Green Nairobi.
“The park was closed temporarily for safety
reasons after incidents of vandalism during the protests. We had to ensure that
all damages were fully repaired, especially to key features like the caravan
and aeroplane sculptures,” Njeri said while addressing concerns surrounding the
closure.
Park officials say the park has attracted
over 2,000 visitors over the past two weekends.
“Uhuru Park is a vital part of Nairobi’s heritage, and we’re happy to see Nairobians returning to enjoy its beauty,” said Njeri. “We’ve restored the monuments, cleaned the ponds, and ensured that everything is in top shape for visitors.”
While the park is free to access, visitors
are required to present identification upon entry.
Meanwhile, renovations at the nearby Central
Park are still underway.
Njeri said the park is expected to be
completed by December 2024, and like Uhuru Park, be handed over to the Nairobi
City County once the work is finished.
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