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The Interior Cabinet Secretary said Kenya would continue supporting the movement of people across borders, particularly within the East African Community, provided they comply with applicable laws and regulations.
The Wiper leader spoke after chairing a joint meeting of the Azimio Council and National Executive Committee, where opposition leaders considered ways of deepening their cooperation.
Mudavadi Speaking on Thursday said foreigners remain free to engage in both small and large-scale trade provided they have the necessary immigration documents, work permits, business registration and licences.
The Senator said any breaches of immigration or business regulations should be handled by government agencies rather than through mob action or intimidation.
The regional lawyers’ body said it was particularly concerned about reports of anxiety among Burundian and other EAC citizens, including large numbers of Burundian nationals who had sought consular assistance and documentation in Nairobi.
Kagwe said some Kenyan millers had been hesitant to purchase maize from Uganda because of concerns over moisture content and aflatoxin levels, warning that increased trade would only work if grain quality was addressed.
The developments have highlighted tensions between domestic efforts to protect jobs and businesses and Kenya's commitments under the East African Community's integration framework
Those who present themselves to their respective embassies or high commissions for identification will, during the registration period, be presumed legally present in Kenya.
In a statement on Sunday, Kinyanjui said the government is moving to address cases where some visitors enter Kenya as tourists or investors but engage in activities outside the terms of their visas.
In a statement on his X account on Sunday, Sing’Oei said Ruto was responding to the ongoing debate on the Local Content Bill, 2025, which is currently before Parliament and seeks to increase the participation of Kenyan businesses and workers in the economy.
The DP noted that the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) provides access to a market of 1.3 billion people with a combined economic output of US$3.4 trillion (Sh438.6 trillion), but the continent remains constrained by fragmented regulatory systems and differing national standards
The assessment found that the One Stop Border Posts have significantly improved the movement of goods and people by reducing border crossing times and boosting trade. However, the regional bloc warned that staffing shortages, ageing infrastructure and delays by regulatory agencies continue to undermine border efficiency and increase the cost of doing business.