President Ruto orders crackdown on illegal traders in Kenya
Speaking while meeting small traders at State House yesterday, the Head of State tasked State Department for Industry Principal Secretary Juma Mukhwana and Trade Cabinet Secretary Lee Kinyanjui with ensuring that illegal traders are dealt with according to the law...
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President William Ruto has ordered a crackdown on illegal traders, particularly foreigners, operating within Kenya's retail sector following complaints from local businesses.
- The Kenyan government is working on a new Bill to restrict foreigners from engaging in specific trades.
- President William Ruto tasked the Principal Secretary for Industry, Juma Mukhwana, and Trade Cabinet Secretary, Lee Kinyanjui, to enforce the directive.
- Local traders have voiced concerns about competition from individuals from countries like Burundi, Somalia, and Tanzania, who are reportedly involved in businesses ranging from food sales to retail shops.
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