Kenya, Africa

Kenya drops travel pre-authorisation for nearly all African visitors
Kenya will allow citizens of nearly all African countries to visit without needing prior authorisation, according to a new directive by the cabinet. Last year, Kenya introduced a "visa-free" policy that required most visitors to apply online for authorisation before leaving their country.
Kenya Drops Electronic Travel Authorization for Most African Nations
Kenya has scrapped its Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) requirement for citizens of nearly all African nations, except Somalia and Libya, citing security concerns. The move aims to promote regional integration,
New Kenya eTA Exemption Simplifies Travel Rules for Africans
Kenya's Cabinet has authorized a proposal to exempt travelers from Botswana, Eswatini, Ethiopia, Gambia, Ghana, Lesotho, Malawi, Mauritius, Mozambique, Sierra Leone, South Africa, Zambia, Comoros, Eritrea,
Kenya eases travel requirements for nearly all African visitors
Under the updated system, citizens of most African countries will be allowed to enter Kenya and stay ETA-free for up to two months. Members of the East African Community, which include Uganda, Tanzania, Rwanda and Burundi, can however stay for up to six months in line with the bloc's policy.
Kenya waives visa requirements for Africans, except Somalia and Libya
The Kenyan government has announced the removal of eTA and visa requirements for all African nationals, excluding those from Somalia and Libya, citing security concerns .
Kenya to drop pre-authorisation requirement for most African visitors to boost tourism
Kenya has announced it will no longer require citizens from most African countries to obtain prior authorisation to visit. This
Cabinet Approves Plan to Exempt All African Countries From ETA Except 2
Kenya is working towards exempting Africans from 52 countries from the Electronic Travel Authorisation (eTA) system introduced last year. eTA system was introduced on January 1, 2024, and mandates all travellers, including infants and children, to obtain an approved eTA before commencing their journey to Kenya.
Kenya Approves Visa-Free Entry for Nigerians, Other African Citizens
The Kenyan government has announced plans to allow African tourists to enter the country without a visa in an effort to encourage openness and unity.
Cabinet approves eTA exemption for African countries
The Cabinet has approved a proposal to exempt travellers from all African countries from the Electronic Travel Authorization (eTA) as part of efforts to support open skies policies and tourism growth.
Nigerians, Other Africans To Visit Kenya Without Prior Authorisation
Nigerian and other Africans can now visit Kenya without needing prior authorisation, according to a new directive by the cabinet.
Kenya to Remove ETA Applications for All African Countries
The government has announced plans to change travel policies to allow all African countries to travel to Kenya without the Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA) application. The government in a cabinet dispatch dated Tuesday,
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Kenya cancels ETA for all African passport holders except two countries
The Kenya government has announced the cancellation of the Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) for all travellers ...
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ETA: Ruto's Cabinet grants all African countries free entry to Kenya except 2
William Ruto's government said it will introduce expedited Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) processing that allows ...