Gachagua raises concerns over alleged harassment of small scale gas traders

Rights groups warn of xenophobia over foreign traders crackdown

Ruto orders crackdown on foreigners in small business sector

Ruto orders crackdown on foreign hawkers

President William Ruto has ordered a crackdown on foreign nationals engaged in small-scale trading activities in Kenya, aiming to protect local businesses from unfair competition.

Tension mounts as Ruto's crackdown on foreign traders takes effect

Tension is rising in Nairobi following President William Ruto's directive against foreigners operating small businesses, leading to an increase in Burundians seeking embassy assistance to return home.

KNCHR warns against blanket crackdown on foreign traders

The Kenya National Commission on Human Rights (KNCHR) has warned the government against a sweeping crackdown on foreign traders, citing potential human rights violations. This comes after President William Ruto directed the immediate closure of businesses run by foreign nationals.