Kenya's Foreign Affairs Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi announced the government will use diplomacy to address trade restrictions imposed by Tanzania on foreign nationals. Speaking on Thursday, August 7, during a meeting with the National Assembly Committee on Regional Integration, he emphasized dialogue as the primary approach, with other alternatives explored only if diplomacy fails.

• Mudavadi stated Kenya has formally requested reciprocal treatment from Tanzania to allow Kenyans to conduct business there.
• The CS noted a joint technical meeting on January 13-14 saw Kenya request equal treatment on business pass issuance.
• Mudavadi warned against xenophobic policies, advocating for unity and mutual respect among African states.