As violent protests spread across Kenya on Saba Saba day, Kenya Red Cross Society medics have emerged as frontline heroes, risking their lives to provide emergency care in the most dangerous hotspots.
With at least four fatalities reported; two in Kangemi and two in Ngong, the humanitarian organisation has intensified its response amid escalating chaos.
Kenya Red Cross teams have deployed to protest-affected areas, setting up emergency triage points in strategic locations to deliver urgent medical assistance.
Their rapid response units are working tirelessly to stabilize the injured and coordinate hospital evacuations where possible.
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However, access remains a critical challenge, with ambulances reportedly blocked by barricades in Kangemi, delaying lifesaving interventions.
In Kangemi, paramedics faced a grim reality as doctors pronounced two victims dead upon arrival at medical centres.
Similar scenes unfolded in Ngong, where protesters clashed with security forces, leaving two more dead.
Despite the risks, Red Cross personnel continue to navigate volatile environments, prioritizing those in urgent need of care.
The Kenya Red Cross has urged the public to call 1199 for emergencies.
With protests showing no signs of abating, the organization remains on high alert, prepared to expand operations as the situation evolves.