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The good and bad side of Ruto's visa free entry for all into Kenya

President William Ruto during Jamhuri Day celebrations at Uhuru Gardens, Nairobi, on December 12, 2023. [Stafford Ondego, Standard]

President William Ruto's decision to make Kenya a visa-free country for all visitors is a double-edged sword.

The president hopes the economy will be spurred by investors thronging the country, but critics feel the move will open Kenya's borders to all and sundry, some with bad intentions.

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