Police in Nairobi have arrested a 32-year-old man over remarks allegedly inciting ethnic hatred, hostility and violence against Burundian nationals, according to Capital FM. The arrest came a day after the Kenyan government issued an apology, reportedly linked to the same tensions. Detectives said the suspect is accused of making statements targeting Burundians, though details of the remarks were not disclosed. The case highlights official efforts to curb hate speech and protect foreign nationals in Kenya.

A Nairobi man, Kevin Odiwuor Otieno, has denied three counts of hate speech and ethnic contempt after prosecutors accused him of making inflammatory remarks targeting Burundian nationals in Kenya, according to the Eastleigh Voice. The case centers on alleged anti-Burundian statements, with the accused pleading not guilty. Further details on the alleged remarks, court timeline, or evidence were not provided in the feed.

Police in Nairobi have arrested a man accused of making inciteful remarks targeting Burundians living in Kenya, according to the Eastleigh Voice. The arrest comes as the Kenyan government prepares to register and document undocumented Burundians and other East African Community nationals residing in the country. Officials say the process is intended to give those without proper documentation an opportunity to formalise their status and establish their legal position in Kenya.

The Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) in Buruburu, Nairobi, has arrested a man identified as Kevin Odiwuor Otieno for allegedly inciting hate and violence against Burundian nationals. According to Tuko, the alleged incitement occurred at an event in Kayole. Otieno is expected to face court proceedings on Wednesday as the case moves forward through Kenya's judicial system.

Kenyan politician Mungatana has condemned reported attacks targeting Burundians in Kenya, particularly in Nakuru, and called for action against those organising them. According to Capital FM, Mungatana said reports of harassment, intimidation and hostility against Burundians run contrary to Kenya's Pan-African values and its commitment to regional integration. He urged authorities to take action against the organisers of the alleged anti-Burundi campaign.

Kenya’s government has apologised to Burundian nationals over harassment linked to confusion surrounding a crackdown on unlicensed foreign traders, according to Capital FM. The statement, reported from Nairobi on September 7, said authorities would tighten security for immigrants as enforcement continues. The report frames the apology as an effort to reassure Burundians while maintaining measures against unlicensed trading.