The British Government has issued a travel advisory on Kenya
days after President Uhuru Kenyatta was declared winner in the 2017 General
Election.
The travel advisory was updated by the Foreign and
Commonwealth Office (FCO)citing protests in a number of regions since Friday.
The FCO asked UK citizens to monitor local and international
media to avoid areas where any demonstration or disturbance is taking place.
FCO further advised against all but essential travel to
areas within 60km of the Kenya-Somali border, Garissa and Lamu (excluding Lamu
and Manda islands).
The advisory read in part,There have been protests in a
number of areas since August 11. Further protests are possible.
Presidential, parliamentary and county elections took place
on August 8. The electoral agency announced the results on August 11.
The opposition has disputed the results. In the past, some
political protests, rallies and demonstrations have turned violent.
"During this period, you should exercise a heightened
level of vigilance and take care in public places,"the notice stated.
FCO also warned against all but essential travel to Tana
River North. adding that terrorists are likely to attempt attacks in Kenya.
The advisory does not, however, include safari destinations
and beach resorts in the Coast.
