×
App Icon
The Standard e-Paper
Kenya’s Boldest Voice
★★★★ - on Play Store
Download App

Minimal activity in Nairobi as businesses, schools closed ahead of Obama arrival

US and Kenyan flags hoisted at JKIA ahead of Obama arrival for Global Entrepreneurship Summit. (Photo: Jenipher Wachie/Standard)

Most Nairobi streets were deserted Friday morning ahead of the arrival of President Barack Obama.

Some companies, schools and government offices reported low turnout while most businesses remained closed. There were few vehicles and pedestrians on the streets.

Premium Article

Get Full Access for Ksh299/Week.

Bold Reporting Takes Time, Courage and Investment. Stand With Us.
Continue Reading  →
What you get
  • Unlimited access to all premium content
  • Ad-free browsing experience
  • Mobile-optimised reading
  • Weekly newsletters & digests
Pay via
M - PESA
VISA
Airtel Money
Secure Payments Kenya's most trusted newsroom since 1902
Support Independent Journalism

Stand With Bold Journalism.
Stand With The Standard.

Journalism can't be free because the truth demands investment. At The Standard, we invest time, courage and skills to bring you accurate, factual and impactful stories. Subscribe today and stand with us in the pursuit of credible journalism.

Pay via
M - PESA
VISA
Airtel Money
Secure Payment Kenya's most trusted newsroom since 1902