Coastal Clash: Kilifi Community Protests Nuclear Power Plan

Residents of Kilifi County, Kenya, have fervently protested a proposed nuclear power plant, feared to harm the environment and tourism. Demonstrators, led by MUHURI, voiced concerns over ecological and economic impacts. Despite assurances from the Nuclear Power and Energy Agency, locals remain apprehensive.

In Kenya's Kilifi County, a heated debate is unfolding over plans to build the nation's first nuclear power plant, as local residents and activists rally against the proposal. Concerns center on the potential harm to the environment and the region's vital tourism industry.

Leading Friday's protest, Muslim for Human Rights (MUHURI) voiced strong opposition, arguing the nuclear facility poses significant risks. Protesters, some previously targeted by authorities, expressed fears regarding the impact on wildlife and livelihoods.

Despite the Nuclear Power and Energy Agency's assurances of compliance with environmental laws, stakeholders like Phyllis Omido of the Centre for Justice Governance and Environmental Action demand further scrutiny, pressing for comprehensive public engagement and robust legal frameworks to avert potential disasters.

(With inputs from agencies.)