Tensions are rising in Nairobi as foreign traders face harassment and business closures following a government directive, prompting calls for peaceful enforcement and protection from xenophobia.

President Ruto says small businesses should be reserved for Kenyans as his government moves against foreign traders.

President William Ruto is flat-out wrong about foreigners doing small businesses in Kenya.

Kenya is not the first EAC member state to impose restrictions on businesses operated by non-citizens.