Uproar as goons block road at Kabati on Thika-Kenol Highway
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Uproar as goons block road at Kabati on Thika-Kenol Highway
The Motorist Association has condemned an incident in which goons blocked traffic near Montezuma Funeral Home in Kabati on Thika-Kenol Highway and demanded money from motorists.
The association questioned the growing cases of people stopping motorists on busy roads and asking for cash. The incident has raised concern over the safety and movement of road users in the area.
“GOON REPUBLIC??? Montezuma Kabati: Goons have blocked the road, reportedly demanding motorists’ money,” the Motorist Association said on Saturday, August 22, 2026.
By the time of this publication, the National Police Service (NPS) had not issued a statement regarding the incident.
The reported incident comes after another case in which suspected goons disrupted traffic on Thika Road near Pangani. The incident happened on Friday, July 3, 2026, when the group blocked the highway. Hundreds of motorists were left stranded as traffic built up along the busy road.
Motorists face repeated road disruptions
A video seen by K24 Digital showed several vehicles and motorists stuck in heavy traffic near the Pangani footbridge. The footage showed private vehicles, public service vehicles and other motorists unable to move as the road remained blocked. Some road users were seen waiting for the situation to clear before continuing their journeys.
The disruption affected traffic flow on one of Nairobi’s busiest highways. Commuters using the route experienced delays as vehicles remained at a standstill near the affected section. The incident added to concerns over people interfering with traffic on major roads.
The two incidents have also brought attention to what is being described as goon culture on public roads. Groups blocking roads and demanding money from motorists can disrupt journeys and leave road users unsure of what to do. Such incidents also create fear among motorists who simply want to reach their destinations.
The reported cases point to a growing concern over road users being confronted by groups seeking money. Motorists rely on major highways and roads to move between different parts of the country. When such routes are blocked, the effects can quickly spread and affect many people.
Goon culture is slowly becoming a concern in different parts of the country as incidents involving groups taking control of public spaces continue to be reported. Blocking roads and demanding money from motorists can interfere with normal movement and create fear among road users. The concern is that if such actions continue without a response, more people may see them as an accepted way of operating.
Reporting originally appeared via K24 Digital. Read the full source for additional context.