Uncertainty for Burundians in Kenya after president orders foreign-owned businesses closed

Hundreds of Burundians living in Kenya flocked to their embassy in Nairobi on Monday seeking travel documents to leave the country, days after President William Ruto ordered the closure of small businesses run by foreigners.

Kenya has long attracted migrants from across the East African Community (EAC), whose members enjoy freedom of movement within the regional bloc.

Last week, Ruto gave foreign-owned small businesses until Monday to…