African nations should embrace visa-free travel

Kenyan passport holders can travel visa-free to, at least, 40 countries and territories. [iStockphoto]

The African continent is one of the most diverse and richly endowed in the world, with an array of cultures, natural resources, and economic opportunities.

However, despite this vast potential, many African nations remain disconnected from each other, both socially and economically. One major obstacle to greater integration and cooperation is the lack of visa-free travel between African countries.