Ruto Orders Foreigners to Stop Hawking and Close Small Businesses

Author: Samuel MwanawanjugunaPublished on: September 2, 2026Country: Kenya

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President William Ruto has ordered foreigners to stop hawking and close small businesses in response to concerns from Kenyans about their increasing numbers in major cities. This decision was announced on September 2, 2026. Additionally, Ruto instructed the Kenya Revenue Authority to reduce the consolidated cargo valuation to Ksh2 million.

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