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We will review and scale down visa and work permit requirements for missionaries to ease their operations in the country - William Ruto.

President William Ruto has promised to ease visa and work permit requirements for missionaries.

In a statement after commissioning of AGC Tenwek Mission Hospital Cardiothoracic Centre on Thursday, October 24, the president said the move make it easy for missionaries to conduct their operations in the country.

"The project was made possible with funding from the Samaritan's Purse and the World Gospel Mission. We will review and scale down visa and work permit requirements for missionaries to ease their operations in the country," Ruto said.

File image of William Ruto during the commissioning of AGC Tenwek Mission Hospital Cardiothoracic Centre

Just recently, Ruto announced the introduction of the Digital Nomad Work Permit that will allow global digital professionals to live and work in Kenya.

Speaking during the opening ceremony of the Magical Kenya Travel Expo on October 2, 2024, he also announced the introduction of a Transit and Long Connection Travelers Electronic Travel Authorization (eTA). 

"I am pleased to announce the introduction of a Digital Nomad Work Permit, specifically designed to welcome global digital professionals, allowing them to live and work in Kenya while enjoying the country’s natural beauty and high-quality lifestyle. Kenya can be your home, where you and your family can experience the wonders of Magical Kenya every day, all while serving clients from anywhere in the world," Ruto stated. 

The President added, "We are introducing a Transit and Long Connection Travelers Electronic Travel Authorization (eTA), which enables transit visitors to step out of the airport and explore the beauty of their home away from home. Travellers at the Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, with time between their connections, will now be able to immerse themselves in Magical Kenya instead of waiting at the terminals."