Generally, it seems that the day has been quiet across the country.
The on-again-off-again rally in downtown Nairobi has not materialised.
Late this afternoon, Edwin said there was a rumor that Raila was in Kibera, meeting with supporters there. I've had no confirmation of that.
Publicly, ODM leaders have called for a new election. Desmond Tutu says Kibaki is open to creating a coalition government.
As more international bodies begin to publicly question the legitimacy of the election outcome, it seems unlikely that Raila will agree to form a coalition. Of course, there are also serious doubts about how effective such a coalition would be.
In Kisumu, Judy says people are slowly returning to the streets, looking for food and phone credit.
In Nairobi, downtown was quiet but some businesses were open.
I have been unable to reach Amos in Eldoret. Friends of friends say there is still a lot of tension north of Nakuru.
The worst violence today is reportedly in Mombasa, where people took to the streets this afternoon, apparently heeding Raila's call for a rally today. Security personnel dispersed protesters with tear gas and water cannons. Paul says word in Mombasa is that shots were fired. Maimuna says three people were shot. As of yet, there are no press reports of injuries.
I am still looking for someone to give me news from Northeastern, and Mt. Elgon. Suggestions, please.
More news tomorrow.
Meanwhile, here's an interesting link to an article about the role of bloggers covering the situation in Kenya.
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