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January 21, 2026
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Kenya Eyes More Visa-Free Deals After Passport Rises 5 Places in 2025 Ranking

Kenya Eyes More Visa-Free Deals After Passport Rises 5 Places in 2025 Ranking

The country’s rising passport power signals renewed diplomatic momentum and a push for wider visa-free access worldwide...

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Kenya is intensifying diplomatic efforts to secure more visa-free travel deals after its passport improved significantly in the Henley Passport Index 2025, climbing five places to 68th globally.

  • The rebound is attributed to deliberate diplomatic initiatives, including visa-free agreements with countries like Tanzania, Uganda, Burundi, and South Africa.
  • Recent agreements include a landmark bilateral deal in October 2025 with Senegal for visa-free travel.
  • Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi emphasized that President William Ruto's consistent international engagements have strengthened Kenya's diplomatic standing, leading to continued respect from global powers like the United States.
  • Engagements have intensified with countries including India, Germany, and France, focusing on trade, investment, and regional cooperation as outlined in the Foreign Policy Framework 2025.

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