Visa-Free Push for African Travelers: Togo has scrapped entry visa requirements for all African nationals (valid national passports) from May 18, 2026, allowing up to 30 days visa-free—though visitors must complete an online pre-arrival registration at voyage.gouv.tg at least 24 hours before crossing. Regional Integration Momentum: The Republic of Congo announced visa-free access for all Africans from January 1, 2027, joining a growing list that includes Benin, Rwanda, Ghana, Seychelles, The Gambia—and Togo. Coastal Protection in Aného: The World Bank-backed WACA coastal protection works in Aného are progressing, with lagoon channel filling and groynes along the coastline; officials say fishing, catering and leisure are gradually resuming in newly protected areas. Road Connectivity Upgrade: Abu Dhabi Fund for Development reports 92% completion on the Sokodé–Bassar road rehabilitation in Togo, plus progress in Madagascar and Nigeria—aimed at cutting transport costs and improving safety. Maritime Security Watch: Reports of Somali piracy returning include hijackings near Somalia’s Puntland coast, with vessels including a Togo-flagged tanker seized. Tourism & Trade Signals: Ghana’s e-Visa launch and fee elimination for African passport holders highlight how easier entry is becoming a key driver for African tourism and cross-border business.