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Kabete Polytechnic, Multimedia University hit by protests

Multimedia University of Kenya

Multimedia University of Kenya Students Association (MUKSA) secretary-general Remmy Osoti (center) addresses the media during a peaceful demonstration at the institution on September 18, 2024.

Photo credit: Wilfred Nyangaresi | Nation Media Group

What you need to know:

  • It took the effort of officers from Kabete Police Station to restore normal traffic flow on Waiyaki Way.
  • Protesting Multimedia University of Kenya students engaged police officers in running battles.

Kabete National Polytechnic was on Tuesday closed indefinitely following a day of riots by students.

The students took to the streets to protest over fee increment of examination fees introduced by the management of the institution. The students also voiced objection against a new dress code in the institution.