Wildlife crime, labour flaws put Kenya on US watch list

 

(Posted 06th April 2026)

 

Courtesy of African Elephant News

 

Constant Munda, Business Daily (Kenya), April 2, 2026
United States Trade Representative Jamieson Greer has raised concerns over wildlife trafficking and gaps in labour protections in Kenya, flagging the issues as emerging risks to trade between the two countries. In its latest report to President Donald Trump and Congress, Greer warns that Kenya’s role in illegal wildlife trade and shortcomings in labour law enforcement could undermine fair competition and distort markets. The report identifies Kenya as a “major source, destination and transit hub” for wildlife trafficking products.
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