Kenya is open to small and large-scale trade by foreign nationalities, as long as they are well documented and have the necessary approvals. Foreign Affairs Principal Secretary Korir Sing’oei speaks at an innovation pavillion in Nairobi on May 10, 2026. Photo: Korir Sing'oei/XReports that President William Ruto has ordered a crackdown on foreigners operating small businesses in Kenya are inaccurate, Foreign Affairs Principal Secretary Korir Sing’oi now says.The PS, responding to a news report by French publisher Le Monde, said Ruto’s statements were taken out of context.According to Sing’oei, Kenya is open to small and large-scale trade by foreign nationalities, as long as they are well documented and have the necessary approvals. “We assure that small or large traders & employees of all nationalities, with requisite documentation — work permits & licenses — are legally protected to operate in Kenya,” said Sing’oei.“Burundian nationals and all East Africans — and Africans for that matter — are free to live in Kenya as long as they conduct their businesses or work according to the requirements of our law,” he added.The PS’s response follows unease over President Ruto’s statement on Wednesday, where he appeared to address hawking and other small-scale trading activities by foreign nationals.Speaking after meeting Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSME) traders at State House o...
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