Kenya’s President William Ruto has ordered a crackdown on foreigners working as hawkers, prompting fears of xenophobia. The government says legally documented foreign traders are protected.
WHO:President William Ruto; Kenya government
WHAT:Ordered a crackdown on foreigners working as hawkers, while stating legally documented foreign traders remain protected.
WHEN:Reported Sep 9, 2026 at 2:36 AM ET
WHERE:Kenya
WHY:The crackdown was ordered against foreigners working as hawkers, with the government asserting protections for legally documented traders.
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