Kiambu town saw a peaceful demonstration on September 23, 2025, as traders from Kirigiti, Ndumberi, Thindigua, Gakagu, Gaturitu, and Kiambu town marched to the county headquarters, seeking redress over what they described as unlawful taxation and harassment by county officials. The traders accused enforcement officers of confiscating their wares for failure to pay levies on time, highlighting that declining business income made timely payment difficult.
The protesters called for the immediate withdrawal of all cases filed against them and the release of impounded goods. They also demanded that business permits and licenses be made affordable, standardized across the county, and that fees collected from levies be directed toward relevant sectoral improvements. Six senior county officials, including the municipal manager and enforcement officers, were singled out for alleged misconduct, with traders demanding their resignation.
Their petition was formally received at the County Assembly by the chairpersons of the Trade and Finance committees, who urged traders to participate in the upcoming public participation forum on the Kiambu County Finance Bill 2025/2026. The forum, scheduled at the Kiambu Community Hall, will provide a platform for traders to voice their concerns and contribute to shaping the county’s regulatory and fiscal policies.