# Kenya crackdown on foreign traders fuels xenophobia fears

https://mins.news/en/item/49434

- DW, 2026-09-08 09:14 UTC
- Politics
- Original: https://www.dw.com/en/kenya-crackdown-on-foreign-traders-prompts-xenophobia-fears/a-79143847?maca=en-rss-en-all-1573-rdf

> Fears of xenophobia are growing in Kenya after President William Ruto ordered a crackdown on foreigners working as hawkers and small traders. The government says documented foreign traders remain protected. Supporters cite job competition, while others warn expulsions could deter investment. An analyst calls the policy populist ahead of elections.

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