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The
Gambia Tourism Board has reinforced its ambition to place the country
firmly on the global tourism stage, with a clear focus on
product diversification and attracting
year-round visitors. Its participation in the 2026 edition of FITUR,
held in Madrid, highlighted these goals, showcasing the country’s
evolv… read more
In
a significant boost to West Africa-UK air connectivity,
Air Sierra Leone has announced the launch
of a new direct service linking Banjul, The
Gambia, to London Gatwick.
Scheduled to commence on February 15, 2026, this route marks a milestone
in strengthening trade, tourism, and in… read more
For many travelers within Africa, the prospect of crossing
borders often conjures images of long embassy queues, hefty visa fees,
and complex paperwork. However, for holders of the
Nigerian passport, a growing number of
African destinations offer visa-free access, significantly simplifying
regional journeys and opening… read more
The
United States, under the Trump administration, has enacted a sweeping
suspension of visa processing for 75
countries, with 26 African
nations included in the list. This move, effective from
21 January, primarily impacts would-be immigrants seeking US “green
cards,” but may also extend to certain … read more
A
major shift in Malawi’s visa and entry
requirements is now in effect for 2026 and beyond, with
the government having implemented a reciprocal visa
policy supported by a new electronic visa (eVisa)
platform. This change, officially gazetted by Minister of Homeland
Security Peter Mukhito on 2 January… read more
The landscape of international
mobility for Gambians has shifted dramatically following the United
States’ decision to impose stringent visa
restrictions on the West African nation. This move,
announced at the close of 2025, is rooted in the US government’s
concerns over high visa overstay rates
amon… read more
Regent
Seven Seas Cruises has unveiled a groundbreaking set of
itineraries for the 2026/27 season, positioning Cape
Town and South Africa at the heart of its global luxury
cruise network. Among the highlights are a 25-night
transcontinental sailing from Lisbon to Cape Town and a
… read more
Rwanda
has once again cemented its reputation as Africa’s most
visa-open country, sharing the top spot
with The Gambia in the newly released 2025 Africa Visa
Openness Index (AVOI). This achievement marks the third
consecutive year that Rwanda has led the continent in facilitating
cross-border movemen… read more
The
imminent arrival of Azamara Pursuit in Cape
Town this November marks a significant milestone for
South Africa’s cruise landscape and signals the city’s accelerating
ascent as a premier hub for international cruise lines. With its return,
Azamara underscores a growing recognition of Cape Town as a vital
turnaround… read more
Despite
Africa’s rich history of cross-border trade and migration, the dream of
seamless travel across the continent remains elusive. The African
Union’s Protocol on Free Movement of Persons, adopted in 2018, promised a
transformative leap toward easier mobility for Africans. Yet, with only
four countries ratifying the protocol out of … read more
The Gambia Eyes Year-Round Tourism with New Offerings and Focus on Spanish Market
Air Sierra Leone to Launch Direct Flights from Banjul to London Gatwick on February 15
Unlocking Seamless Regional Travel: Nigerian Passport Holders Enjoy Visa-Free Access to Key African
US Visa Suspension Targets 75 Countries, Spares Mozambique and Select African Partners
Malawi Introduces Reciprocal eVisa Policy—Key Changes for International Entry in 2026
US Visa Restrictions on The Gambia: What Recent Policy Changes Mean for Sub-Saharan Africa’s Mobilit
Regent Seven Seas’ New Long-Haul Cruises Elevate Cape Town’s Role in Global Luxury Voyages
Rwanda and The Gambia Lead Africa’s Push for Seamless Intra-Continental Travel
Azamara Pursuit Charts New Course: Cape Town Emerges as Africa’s Luxury Cruise Gateway
Unlocking Africa’s Borders: Navigating Challenges and Opportunities for Free Movement
