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Focus on Africa

Confusion over Kenya’s new visa-free policy for visitors

Jan 9, 2024
Serena Williams, a sport's all-time greats, discusses her admiration for the images of young African tennis players taken by a Ghanaian photographer. The podcast also explores the confusion surrounding Kenya's new visa-free policy and the rebuilding efforts in Mozambique after Cyclone Idai.
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  • Kenya's visa-free policy has faced implementation challenges and raised concerns about its effectiveness in promoting trade and tourism.
  • Communities in Mozambique are building resilience to extreme weather events through new construction skills and nature-based solutions.

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Growing challenges in Kenya's visa-free travel scheme

Kenya's visa-free travel scheme, announced by President William Ruto, aimed to promote trade and tourism within Africa. However, the implementation of the policy has been marred by confusion and complications. Travelers found themselves facing delays, missing flights, and encountering communication gaps. The application process for the visa-free travel was more demanding and costlier than anticipated, with travelers required to provide extensive documentation and pay a fee. These challenges have raised concerns about the effectiveness of the policy in promoting trade and attracting tourists to Kenya.

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