…entry bans on nationals from four West African countries as of 2026Seven additional West African nations face partial visa restrictions, including Nigeria, Senegal and Côte d'IvoireTravellers from fully banned countries cannot secure US visas, while those under partial restrictions face heightened scrutiny and added re…

…The violence echoed weeks of protests that led tens of thousands of nationals from other African nations to flee earlier this year. AFP

…as a reflection of the country’s recognition of the support it received from other African nations during the struggle against apartheid. The diplomat called on African countries to establish platforms for honest and structured discussions on migration, xenophobia and economic cooperation. She urged Nigeria to take a l…

…my governor, Mutfwang in Plateau State, and praying, let God give them victory, Taraba. African nations, South Africa, we are praying for Ghana and the rest of the countries that are in Africa,” he said. The cleric said he was “standing in the gap” and prayed against what he described as Satan’s influence in leadership…

…the spread of crystal meth. Firstly, wider and deeper intelligence sharing between African nations, especially those that share borders, would improve the chances of intercepting the drug and its primary smugglers. The close cooperation of intelligence and security agencies will be critical if West Africa is to stand a…

…from the list means that nationals from Nigeria, Ghana, Kenya, South Africa, and other African nations are not among those with a formalised pathway into the programme through this particular route.In a similar report, Legit.ng published that Japan released the list of nine countries with no annual working holiday visa…

…accept deportees who are not their own nationals. About ten of those agreements involve African nations, according to immigration advocates.Concerns Raised by Immigration LawyersImmigration lawyers have described the use of third-country deportations as a legal workaround that effectively pushes asylum-seekers back tow…

…Vanuatu.Countries offering visa-free access to Nigerians Recall that no fewer than five African nations now offer visa-free access, promoting regional integration and travel across the continent.African countries like Seychelles, Gambia, and Ghana lead the way in embracing these progressive visa-free policies.The Afric…

…to withdraw from the ICCPAYDN said the Hague-based court has become a tool used against African nations while powerful countries escape scrutinyThe group called on African governments to review their ICC membership and push for reforms at the Pan-African ParliamentPAY ATTENTION: Find it fast with our new search feature…

…and a deep sense of responsibility the nomination and endorsement extended to me by the African Nations through the instrumentality of the African Policy and Research Consortium and its distinguished network of highest levels of Government officials, scholars, policy leaders, and development practitioners across Africa…

…largest free trade area by the number of participating countries, bringing together 54 African nations under a single market. The agreement seeks to progressively eliminate tariffs, remove non-tariff barriers and facilitate the free movement of goods, services and investments across the continent. Despite increased tra…

…requiring certain travellers from 50 countries, including Nigeria and 29 other African nations, to pay a refundable $20,000 bond before qualifying for specific categories of U.S. visas. The U.S. Department of State said the policy applies to applicants seeking B1/B2 business and tourist visas who are instructed by a co…

…New Guinea, Pakistan and Malta have all opened their accounts with bronze medals. Among African nations, Nigeria leads the continent’s challenge ahead of South Africa, Kenya, Cameroon, Uganda, Ghana, Mauritius, Namibia, Zambia and Lesotho, reinforcing its status as Africa’s best-performing nation at this year’s Games.…

…reforms. On his part, Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria, Olayemi Cardoso, urged African nations and other emerging economies to lead the evolving global economic order, noting that the continent must move beyond merely adapting to global changes. Cardoso said the global economic landscape is already undergoing tr…

…comes amid growing concerns over recent xenophobic attacks against Nigerians and other African nations in South Africa. Daily Sun reports that a South African delegation, led by the Minister of International Relations and Cooperation, Ronald Lamola, arrived in Abuja on Friday, July 24, with what was described as a "ver…

African countries have adopted a new declaration committing to cheaper internet access, affordable smartphones and technology-neutral regulations as part of a continent-wide strategy to expand meaningful digital connectivity and accelerate economic growth. The commitment formed part of the 2026 Abuja Declaration on Mea…

…the International Air Transport Association (IATA)’s Timatic database. While several African nations improved their global mobility, Nigeria failed to make the continent’s top 10. The Nigerian passport is ranked 90th globally and 45th in Africa, offering visa-free or visa-on-arrival access to just 44 destinations. Ghan…

Former President Olusegun Obasanjo has warned African nations against accepting foreign assistance that compromises their sovereignty, saying the wrong kind of aid can leave countries economically trapped and unable to pursue independent development. Obasanjo spoke on Wednesday at the public presentation of a book titl…

…stage. In a statement published on its website on Wednesday, Motsepe commended the 10 African nations that represented the continent at the expanded 48-team tournament. During the tournament, nine African teams progressed from the group stage to the Round of 32, the highest qualification rate for African teams in FIFA…

…and maximum permitted length of stay.Russia: African countries on visa-free listSeveral African nations feature on the list, though access for most is restricted to diplomatic and service passport holders. Below are the African countries named, along with their specific conditions:From breaking news to viral moments. F…

…Federal Foreign Office, has updated its visa requirements and exemption list.Only two African nations have been cleared for visa-free entry, allowing their citizens to enter Germany without an entry visa.

…in late 2025, a milestone stakeholders said positions the country as a model for other African nations seeking to balance financial integrity with the protection of legitimate humanitarian and civil society activities.

…stated that before passing the bill, a comparative study of military pay scales in other African nations found Nigeria's to be ridiculously the lowest, which led the Senate to fix ₦250,000 as the minimum pay for the least-paid soldier and direct that the required funds be included in the 2026 budget.President Tinubu si…

It began with threats of US visa bans on a swathe of African nations. Then Washington started to scatter migrants from all over the world to various corners of the continent, often with cash sweeteners for their governments. Cambodian Pheap Rom, 43, ended up in a notorious high-security prison in tiny Eswatini, which i…

…has long been an afterthought or non-existent in Nigeria's foreign policy. While other African nations quietly negotiate their way to better bilateral travel arrangements, Nigeria continues to tighten its reign on its borders, charges other citizens extraordinary visa fees to come into the country even though the same…