FranceFollowing President William Ruto's order to close foreign-owned small businesses in Kenya, hundreds of Burundian residents in Nairobi rushed to the Burundi embassy to obtain travel documents and prepare to leave the country. The directive, aimed at boosting local investment, caused concern among Burundians who rely on street vending for income. Many expressed feelings of being treated unfairly and compared the situation to xenophobic incidents in South Africa. Burundi’s foreign minister criticized Kenya for failing to protect its citizens and accused the government of allowing violence and looting to occur. Kenya’s junior foreign minister apologized and clarified that the president’s comments were misunderstood, emphasizing the need for proper documentation and registration of foreign workers.
Bias read (Center): The article presents both perspectives, Burundian residents' concerns and Kenya's explanation of the policy, without overtly favoring one side. It includes direct quotes from affected individuals and official responses, providing balanced coverage of the situation.
