Kenya warns citizens in South Africa over fresh xenophobic attacks

The Kenyan government has issued a warning to its citizens residing in South Africa, advising them to exercise caution and avoid areas of protest amid ongoing xenophobic attacks targeting foreign nationals. In an advisory from the Kenya High Commission in Pretoria, Kenyans were urged to steer clear of public demonstrations, as such gatherings could escalate into violence unexpectedly. The mission emphasized the importance of carrying valid identification and travel documents to facilitate identification and access to assistance if necessary. Additionally, the advisory instructed any Kenyan in distress to report to the South African Police Service and notify the High Commission for immediate support, highlighting the heightened vigilance required in light of recent incidents affecting foreign nationals.

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