King Charles III seeks to look ahead to his visit to Kenya, but first have to confront past October 28, 2023 at 11:22PM

King Charles III is facing calls to address the legacy of British colonial rule as he embarks on his first state visit to Kenya. The visit comes at a time when the UK is under pressure to reexamine its history of colonialism and apologize for its role in the trans-Atlantic slave trade. Behind the history and symbolism, the UK is keen to strengthen its modern relationship with Kenya, including cooperation on counterterrorism and efforts to boost trade.