US shows concerns as Kenyan leader sworn in

The United States is congratulating Kenya on President Uhuru Kenyatta's inauguration but says it's "deeply concerned" about ongoing political tensions.U.S. State Department spokeswoman Heather Nauert says the U.S. is urging Kenya's security forces against using "unnecessary force" against citizens who are exercising democratic rights.

Nauert says Kenya should hold an immediate "national conversation" to address divisions among communities. She says all Kenyans should "come together" to work toward peace and uphold Kenya's constitution.

The State Department says the U.S. is committed to working with Kenya on democracy, prosperity and security.

Kenya's newly sworn in president has announced that all Africans will be able to obtain a visa on arrival at a port of entry as he seeks to improve continental ties.

President Uhuru Kenyatta spoke to a cheering crowd of tens of thousands at his inauguration, which ends months of political turmoil that included a nullified election and a repeat vote.

A growing number of African nations are making moves toward easing travel restrictions for people across the continent.

Kenyatta also is urging Kenya's people to reject hate and divisiveness after the election unrest that left dozens of people dead.