AGP Executive Report
Last update: 4 hours agoOpen Borders Push: Togo just abolished entry visas for all African Union nationals with valid passports, effective immediately (and the wider move to visa-free access for all African nationals for up to 30 days is already rolling out), with travellers still required to complete a pre-arrival travel declaration at least 24 hours before arrival. AfCFTA Momentum in Lomé: As the Biashara Afrika 2026 forum runs through May 20, President Faure Gnassingbé and AfCFTA leaders are pressing for fewer barriers and real market access—highlighting that intra-African trade hit a record $220bn in 2024. Regional Trade Meets Real Life: A Lomé workshop is also focused on turning AfCFTA promises into implementation, including how to make cross-border systems work. Sports & Culture: Togo launched the 31st Tour Cycliste International, while the Tour du Togo continues to draw regional cycling talent.
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