Kenya minister warns foreigners against 'misusing' visas to trade
Summary
Kenya's trade ministry has warned foreigners that entering the country without a visa does not allow them to work or run businesses. President William Ruto set a deadline for foreign small business operators to stop working, aiming to control unlicensed businesses run by foreigners.Key Facts
- Foreigners using visa-free entry in Kenya cannot work or operate businesses legally.
- President William Ruto ordered foreigners running small-scale businesses to stop by a set deadline.
- The Kenyan government plans to shut down unlicensed small businesses owned by foreigners.
- Some foreigners enter Kenya as tourists or investors but then engage in business against visa rules.
- Burundi’s embassy in Kenya offered free travel documents to citizens wanting to return home amid concerns of mistreatment.
- Burundi’s Foreign Affairs Minister warned that continuing hate speech against Burundians in Kenya could worsen relations.
- Kenya, Burundi, and other countries are part of the East African Community, which promotes regional cooperation.
- Kenya’s government said foreigners with proper work permits and licenses can continue their activities legally.
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