Larry Madowo Questions Nigeria’s Visa Fees Despite Kenya’s Visa-Free Policy
Nigerians visiting Kenya do not need visas after President William Ruto implemented a visa-free policy for all African countries...
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CNN journalist Larry Madowo has criticized Nigeria for charging Kenyan citizens costly visa fees, highlighting a disparity with Kenya's visa-free policy for Nigerian nationals.
- Larry Madowo was charged approximately Ksh 10,332 ($80) for a single-entry Nigerian visa, despite Nigerians enjoying visa-free entry into Kenya since July 2025.
- The journalist also noted additional charges for online applications, significantly exceeding the base visa fee of around Ksh 3,200 ($25).
- President William Ruto's administration implemented a nationwide visa-free policy for all African countries entering Kenya, aiming to boost tourism and regional integration.
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