PayPal has frozen funds and restricted accounts for an
unknown number of Kenyan users who couldn't provide proof of employment, bank
statements, and utility bills for addresses.
Freelancers, startups, and artists report being unable to send,
receive, or withdraw money, with balances held up to 180 days and non-compliant
accounts facing permanent closure.
The crackdown ties to global anti-money laundering rules and
Kenya's grey list status, leaving many legitimate workers frustrated and
seeking alternatives like Wise or Payoneer.
