Congolese businessman Joseph Eric displays asylum papers allowing him to stay in Kenya. Government Spokesperson Charles Owino addresses the media on immigration matters at Harambee House Annex in Nairobi yesterday. [Boniface Okendo, Standard]
Tension is rising in parts of Nairobi after foreign nationals operating small businesses reported harassment, threats and pressure to shut their premises following a government directive targeting foreigners engaged in small-scale retail and informal trade.
In Mowlem, Eastlands, at least 20 foreign-owned businesses have reportedly closed, with some owners leaving the area amid fears for their safety.
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