Kenya’s legal framework explicitly upholds the principle of non-refoulement, ensuring that asylum-seekers and refugees are not forcibly returned to countries where they may face persecution, torture, or other serious harm. This commitment is enshrined in the Refugees Act, 2021, which explicitly prohibits the expulsion or return of individuals to territories where their life, freedom, or security would be at risk. Furthermore, Kenya is a signatory to key international and regional instruments that uphold non-refoulement, including the 1951 Convention Relating to the Status of Refugees and its 1967 Protocol, as well as the 1969 OAU Convention Governing the Specific Aspects of Refugee Problems in Africa. These legal obligations require the government to safeguard the rights of asylum-seekers and refugees, reinforcing protections against forced returns, even in cases where national security concerns arise. However, despite these legal safeguards, reports indicate that Kenya has at times conducted deportations or restricted access to asylum procedures, particularly for individuals suspected of posing security risks. Such actions have raised concerns among human rights organizations about the practical implementation of non-refoulement principles. Nevertheless, Kenya’s domestic laws remain firmly aligned with international refugee protection norms, underscoring its legal responsibility to uphold the rights of forcibly displaced persons within its jurisdiction.