Trans Nzoia Governor George Natembeya is questioning the government's crackdown on foreign traders, alleging unfair targeting and a hidden political motive ahead of the upcoming General Election.

• Governor Natembeya suggests the government is using the crackdown to register undocumented foreigners and enroll them as voters.
• He criticizes the directive targeting foreign nationals in small-scale businesses, warning it could harm East African Community integration.
• Foreign Affairs Principal Secretary Dr. Abraham Sing’oei clarified that legally documented foreign traders will not be banned, attributing business challenges to Kenya's tax climate.
• The government has given foreign nationals a 90-day window to comply with immigration and licensing requirements.