Kenya and Senegal Sign Agreement Lifting Restrictions on Visas
Citizens will be able to travel for a period of upto 90 days between the two nations...
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Kenya and Senegal have signed a landmark agreement to lift visa restrictions for their citizens, aiming to strengthen diplomatic and economic ties. The agreement allows individuals to travel between countries for up to 90 days without a visa.
- The agreement was signed by Cabinet Secretary for Interior Kipchumba Murkomen (Kenya) and Minister of Foreign Affairs Sheikh Niang (Senegal).
- President William Ruto and visiting Senegalese President Bassirou Diomaye Faye witnessed the signing at State House, Nairobi.
- The leaders also discussed boosting low trade volumes and Kenya's request for Senegal's support in co-hosting the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON).
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