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Kenya· NairobiKenya's Anti-Foreigner Crackdown Sparks Exodus and Clarifications
President Ruto's directive against foreign traders has led to attacks on Burundian nationals, an exodus of foreigners, and subsequent clarifications from the government regarding visa-free entry and work permits.
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Kenya's Anti-Foreigner Crackdown Sparks Exodus and Clarifications
First report 19h agoLast update 9h agoThousands of Burundian nationals are fleeing Kenya in panic, queuing at embassies and boarding trains to Uganda, following attacks by Kenyans and President Ruto's crackdown.
The Kenyan government, through the Foreign Affairs PS, clarified that President Ruto's remarks were taken out of context and that visa-free entry does not grant the right to work or trade without proper permits.
Tata Chemicals asserts its Kenyan unit is fully compliant with regulations after President Ruto's directive for it to 'pack up and leave,' committing to resolve the issue through legal channels.
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