President William Ruto told an international conference in Congo-Brazzaville it is time
Kenya realise that having visa restrictions amongst Africans is working against the
continent.
Visa-free travel within the continent has been a goal of the African Union (AU) for the
past decade.
While there are regional deals and bilateral arrangements, progress towards no
restrictions has been slow.
Only Seychelles, The Gambia and Benin offer entry to all African citizens without a visa,
according to a 2022 AU-backed report.