Jubilant Arsenal fans erupted into celebrations across Nairobi after the North London club lifted English Premier League title, ending years of waiting and heartbreak.
From pubs in the Central Business District to entertainment joints in Umoja, Roysambu and Kasarani, supporters dressed in the club’s famous red and white colours sang, danced and waved flags late into the night.
Fans burst into cheers immediately after the final whistle.
Outside, some supporters climbed onto vehicles and motorcycles, blowing vuvuzelas and chanting “Arsenal! Arsenal!” as motorists hooted in support.
In other viewing centres, emotional fans hugged one another, with some seen shedding tears of joy after witnessing what they described as a historic moment for the club.
The celebrations also dominated social media, where Kenyan Arsenal supporters flooded platforms with congratulatory messages, memes and videos of fans partying in different parts of the city.
Many hailed manager Mikel Arteta for rebuilding the team into champions, while others praised the players for showing resilience throughout the season.
Business owners also benefited from the celebrations, with bars and restaurants reporting huge turnouts as fans flocked to watch the decisive match.
Traders selling Arsenal jerseys, scarves and flags said demand sharply increased as supporters sought memorabilia to mark the triumph.
Police maintained patrols in parts of the city as celebrations continued into the night, although the mood largely remained peaceful and festive.
