Kenyans’ visa-free stay in S. Africa comes with costs if one overstays
Kenya’s President William Ruto (right) with his South African counterpart Cyril Ramaphosa during their meeting in Nairobi on November 9, 2022. The two witnessed an agreement that could end decades of complaints from Nairobi on immigration policies by South Africa. PHOTO | FRANCIS NDERITU | NMG
Kenyans planning to travel to South Africa will from January next year enjoy a visa-free stay of up to 90 days per calendar year, but those who overstay their welcome, or enter illegally will pay a huge penalty.
On Wednesday, Kenyan President William Ruto and his South African counterpart Cyril Ramaphosa witnessed an agreement that could end decades of complaints from Nairobi on immigration policies by South Africa.
