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Kenya moves to regularize foreign businesses after president’s remarks alarm immigrant communities

Kenya orders foreign businesses to update documents after President’s remarks.

Kenya gave foreign business owners 90 days to update permits after comments by President William Ruto triggered fear among Burundian and Congolese residents, prompting crowds to seek documents and reports of threats. Officials said the registration drive aims to enforce immigration and licensing rules while protecting foreigners, with diplomats apologizing for confusion over the directive. Locals have complained about competition in small trades, and Burundi warned against rising hate speech as Kenya works to reassure immigrant communities.

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https://apnews.com/article/kenya-immigration-foreign-business-burundi-6e4199d8735108c758c2e9aecbbfe4df