Kenya's Government Spokesperson Charles Owino has warned against the harassment and intimidation of foreign nationals following recent immigration directives. Security agencies are instructed to protect documented foreign nationals and those undergoing registration from arbitrary mistreatment.

• Individuals found exploiting directives to promote xenophobia or mistreat regional neighbours will face legal action.
• This follows President William Ruto's directive to halt hawking by foreign nationals, which led to reports of harassment, particularly targeting Burundian and DRC nationals.
• The Government of Kenya maintains a firm policy against harassment, intimidation, and xenophobia.

France's new Ambassador-designate to Kenya, Wadid Benaabou, has officially begun his diplomatic mission in Nairobi, succeeding Arnaud Suquet.

• Wadid Benaabou expressed his honour in starting his mission and pledged to work closely with Kenyan partners to build on the strong ties between France and Kenya.
• The new ambassador brings extensive experience in multilateral diplomacy and French foreign policy, having previously served as a senior adviser at France's Court of Auditors and in various roles at the French Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
• Benaabou's arrival coincides with ongoing cooperation between Kenya and France in areas such as trade, investment, security, and climate action.