The Burundi government is arranging bus services to evacuate its citizens from Kenya following President William Ruto's crackdown on foreign nationals engaged in small-scale trade.

• Burundi plans to send buses and issue free travel documents (laissez-passer) for its nationals wishing to return home.
• This action comes after President William Ruto's directive on September 2, targeting foreign small-scale traders and hawkers.
• The Burundi Ministry of Foreign Affairs has expressed concerns over the safety of its citizens, reporting incidents of dispossession and violence, and has placed responsibility on the Kenyan government.

The Kenyan government is cracking down on foreigners engaging in small and retail businesses without the necessary permits. This enforcement follows a directive from President William Ruto.

• Foreigners entering Kenya under visa-free or eTA exemptions are not permitted to work or trade.
• The Ministry of Investments, Trade, and Industry, led by Trade Cabinet Secretary Lee Kinyanjui, will revoke visas of those found in contravention.
• The crackdown, commencing on September 7, aims to reserve small businesses for Kenyans, though East African Community obligations will be considered.

President William Ruto has issued a directive regarding immigrants, sparking varied reactions from activists. The announcement comes as part of ongoing discussions on national security and immigration policies within Kenya.

• The core of the directive focuses on regulations concerning immigrants residing in the country.
• The directive was issued by President William Ruto.
• Various activists have come forward to share their perspectives and concerns on the new policy.

Burundian traders are rushing to their embassy in Kenya to obtain travel documents for their return home. This comes after a directive from President William Ruto to crack down on undocumented small-scale traders.

• Thousands of Burundian traders are seeking exit documents.
• The Burundi Embassy is experiencing a surge in applicants.
• The crackdown targets traders operating without the required permits in Kenya.