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.

A 32-year-old man in Nairobi, Kenya, has been charged with hate speech and related offences over alleged inflammatory remarks targeting Burundian nationals, according to Capital FM. The man was released on a bond of 300,000 Kenyan shillings following the charges. The case, reported on September 9, 2026, centres on accusations of anti-Burundian statements. Further details of the court proceedings and the man's identity were not provided in the initial report.

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.

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.

Kenyan musician Octopizzo, whose real name is Henry Ohanga, has called for the fair and humane treatment of Burundian nationals living and working in Kenya, according to Ghafla Kenya. He warned against xenophobic reactions amid a government crackdown on foreign traders in the informal sector, addressing the issue on social media as tensions grew between local traders and foreign nationals.

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.