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Business owners along Nairobi’s Kimathi Street are counting massive losses after armed goons attacked and looted shops on Sunday, August 24. Witnesses say the gang, some of them masked and wielding knives, began their operation outside Nanak House, opposite Sarova Stanley Hotel.
The group was heard chanting the trending slogan “wantam”, often used to taunt President William Ruto, before storming the business premises.
Traders reported that the gang broke into shops dealing in clothing, cosmetics, and other products, threatening them with knives before carting away merchandise.
“I heard people outside singing wantam. One of them came in, strangled me, and threatened me with a knife. They then entered with sacks, closed the door, and took everything,” one shaken trader recounted.
Photos and videos from the scene showed shattered windows, broken furniture, and merchandise scattered inside and outside the shops, highlighting the scale of destruction.
Business owners have raised concerns about a surge in similar criminal incidents in the CBD. Despite reporting cases to the authorities, many claim little action has been taken, leaving traders vulnerable.
The attack mirrored another incident in Mukuru kwa Reuben last month, where goons raided private businesses, stealing goods worth Ksh4.8 million and leaving dozens jobless.
For many traders, the attacks have not only destroyed property but also robbed them of their sole source of income.
“Since the businesses were our only source of livelihood, we are now facing severe financial hardships. Some of us cannot even afford basic necessities,” another trader lamented.
In response, security agencies in the capital have launched investigations to track down those behind the attacks. However, traders remain doubtful, insisting that without decisive action, such incidents could escalate further, threatening Nairobi’s business environment.
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