President William Ruto directed authorities to target foreigners in hawking and petty retail starting Monday, September 7, reserving those jobs for Kenyans after local traders complained of competition.He welcomes foreign investment that creates jobs but opposes outsiders in low-capital trade, promising legislation on reserved sectors.
While some support regulating businesses, many
online reject targeting fellow Africans, sharing stories of hardworking
Burundian sellers and urging calm to avoid Afrophobia, as officials clarify
legal residents with permits are safe.