(22-Feb-23) Mogadishu, Somalia – The Somali Ministry of Foreign Affairs has endorsed a Somali-based company, Global Tour and Travel Services, to be the exclusive provider of visa application services for Somali citizens traveling to Kenya. The decision has caused public outrage among Somalis, who feel betrayed and let down by their government.
The move is particularly frustrating for Somali citizens, as Kenya is an important trading partner and a popular destination for Somalis traveling for work, education, or medical treatment. The decision to outsource visa services to a private company is seen as a failure by the government to protect the interests of its citizens and has raised concerns about the accountability and transparency of government decision-making.
Many Somali citizens have taken to social media to express their frustration and disappointment with the decision, calling for the immediate reversal of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs’ decision. The controversy has also raised broader concerns about the need for greater transparency and accountability in government decision-making, particularly in matters that affect the rights and well-being of citizens.
The Somali government will now face mounting pressure to address the concerns of its citizens and restore their faith in the government’s ability to act in their best interests.
