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June 16, 2026
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Sale of IDs to foreigners is an assault on Kenya's sovereignty- Prof Kagwanja

Sale of IDs to foreigners is an assault on Kenya's sovereignty- Prof Kagwanja

"It is criminal to sell an identity card from a Kenyan office, and not for any purpose other than voting," he said...

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Political analyst Prof Peter Kagwanja has strongly condemned reports of Kenyan identity cards being sold to foreigners, deeming it a grave assault on Kenya's sovereignty and a threat to national security.

  • The alleged sale of IDs is seen as undermining Kenya's security and national identity, potentially leading to instability.
  • Politicians are accused of disregarding the law, particularly in the lead-up to the 2027 General Election, exploiting demographic fault lines for electoral advantage.
  • Prof Kagwanja warned that this practice could escalate tensions, fuel xenophobia, and create "political mercenaries," emphasizing that citizenship should only be obtained through legal processes.

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