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September 7, 2026
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Kenyans Warned Against Harassing Foreigners as Govt Spokesperson Explains Crackdown

Kenyans Warned Against Harassing Foreigners as Govt Spokesperson Explains Crackdown

President William Ruto on September 2 ordered foreign nations hawking in the streets of Nairobi to leave by Monday...

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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.

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