The presence of stateless people in Kenya can be traced back to 1936, according to Makonde chairman in Kwale, Thomas Nguli. The Makonde community from Mozambique, Pemba community from Tanzania, Rwandese from Rwanda and Burundi have stayed in Kwale and some other parts of the Coast region for decades, without being given citizenship. It is very unfortunate that they are referred to as foreigners instead of being given citizenship. If we cannot be given citizenship, it is better the Kenya government get rid of us,” he added. Kwale Governor Salim Mvurya said his administration is supporting the stateless people to ensure they get citizenship through the relevant institutions.

Source: The Star October 12, 2016 23:03 UTC