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Ruto Gives Foreign Traders 90-Day Ultimatum to Regularise Businesses
Kenyan President William Ruto has issued a 90-day ultimatum to foreign nationals operating businesses in Kenya to regularize their immigration, work permits, business registration, and licensing. This represents a significant policy shift from earlier roadside directives that ordered foreign traders to close their small-scale businesses. The directives have sparked international concern, with diplomatic observers warning they could damage Kenya's reputation as an investment destination and diplomatic partner. Critics argue the crackdown on foreigners is a tactic of scapegoating with significant negative economic consequences. However, the 90-day grace period provides foreign traders an opportunity to legalise their status while the government faces scrutiny over its approach.
Western Region Leaders Demand Deputy President Post and Half of Government
Leaders from Western Kenya have presented significant demands to President William Ruto in exchange for their support in the August 2027 General Elections. The Orange Democratic Movement has issued non-negotiable demands including the Deputy President's position and half of all government posts if Ruto secures a second term. Meanwhile, Safina Party Secretary General Joakim Simiyu warns that Kenya's opposition risks losing the 2027 General Election if they lack a concrete plan beyond opposing President William Ruto. Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna has responded to Ruto's accusations that the opposition lacks a policy agenda by promising austerity measures and the restoration of meritocracy if they gain power.
Scores of Burundian Nationals Camp Outside Embassy in Nairobi
The number of Burundian citizens flocking to their embassy in Nairobi continues to rise, with many spending the night as they await travel documents to return home. This is now on Day 2 of the situation, with scores of Burundian nationals camping outside the embassy seeking travel documents. In a related development, a group of Burundian nationals has found refuge at a church in Likoni, Mombasa, after allegedly facing threats of eviction from locals. The situation represents a significant humanitarian issue involving foreign nationals seeking assistance at diplomatic facilities in Kenya.
