Kenyan crackdown on foreign traders prompts fear: 'It's like a dog set loose on us'
- Posted on September 12, 2026
- By BBC News
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In brief
Kenya's intensified enforcement actions against undocumented foreign merchants have triggered widespread anxiety among migrant communities, forcing many to reconsider their presence in the country. Government authorities are grappling with the humanitarian consequences of stricter immigration policies, while business operators report escalating tensions and uncertainty. The situation highlights ongoing challenges in balancing economic regulation with migrant worker protection.
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Kenyan crackdown on foreign traders prompts fear: 'It's like a dog set loose on us'
The authorities have struggled to contain the fallout, as frightened migrants flee the country.
