As South Africa erupted in nationwide anti-immigrant protests Tuesday, reigniting fears of xenophobic violence, Kenya intensified efforts to bring its citizens home from the unfolding crisis.
Kenya’s Principal Secretary for Diaspora Affairs, Roseline Njogu, has confirmed that 26 Kenyans have already been repatriated after seeking government assistance, while more than 200 others have appealed for evacuation and dozens more are expected back home.