AGP Executive Report
Last update: 4 hours agoECOWAS Border Push (Togo–Ghana): ECOWAS held a stakeholder dialogue at the Noépé–Akanu joint border post to cut delays on the Abidjan–Lagos corridor, tackle harassment and misinformation, and improve services for traders and travellers—plus calls for ongoing public sensitisation on free movement rights. Visa-Free Momentum (Africa-wide): Chad announced visa-free entry for all African nationals from January 1, 2027, joining a growing list that already includes Togo (for Africans with valid passports) and others—good news for regional tourism and cross-border travel. Lomé Food Festival (FESMA): Festival La Marmite (FESMA) opened in Lomé on August 12 and runs to August 16, spotlighting local food value chains, innovation, and a multi-country culinary competition. US Visa Processing Shift (Nigeria): The U.S. consolidated routine visa services across Africa effective August 1, 2026, with Nigerians redirected to regional hubs—an important planning update for travellers. Sports in Lomé: Physical Culture Day competitions were held on a Lomé beach, featuring chess, football, cycling, karate and judo.
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