Banana Protest: Kenyan Residents Plant Fruit on Impassable Road

Residents of Gesusu, Nyamasabo, Kenya, staged a unique protest on Saturday, June 7th, 2025, planting banana trees on a dilapidated road in their area. Their action highlights long-standing complaints about the impassable road conditions. One resident, speaking to Getembe Tv & Fm, stated, "We are tired of promises. We need action, not words." Another resident added, "This road has been neglected for years, making it difficult to transport goods and access essential services." The protest underscores the critical need for infrastructure improvements in the region and serves as a powerful visual representation of community frustration. Local authorities have yet to respond to the protest.