Forty-four Eritrean nationals have been arrested in Bungoma County, Kenya, after being found residing in a local’s home. The individuals are currently detained while authorities investigate their immigration status.

• Forty-four Eritreans were found in a private home in Miti Mbili Village.
• The Eritrean nationals are being held at Brigadier Police Station.
• Soysambu Deputy County Commissioner Solomon Nginai confirmed the incident.
• The Eritreans claim they fled their country due to conflict and seek asylum in Kenya.