East Africa: Kenya Champions the Free Movement of People in East Africa, but It’s Failing Immigrants and Refugees At Home

[ad_1] Kenya has played a leading role in lowering barriers to the movement of people in the east African region. It has also made huge strides in protecting Kenyan emigrants working abroad. But there are still gaps in how it creates and implements domestic immigration and employment policies. In 2023, according to the Visa Openness Report, Kenya moved up from 31st place in Africa for visa openness to 29th place out of 54 African countries. The Africa Visa Openness Index […]

August 29, 2024 3

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Nigeria: International Passport – Being Nigerian Gets Tougher By Minutes, Comedian Ay Laments

[ad_1] Popular comedian, Ayodeji Richard Makun, also known as AY, has bemoaned how challenging being a Nigerian is. He lamented that being a Nigerian gets tougher by the minute. In a statement on his X handle, AY wrote, "Being a Nigerian just gets tougher and tougher by minutes." Meanwhile, reality TV star Josephine Ijeoma Otabor, popularly known as Phyna, has reacted to the recent increment in the fees for the processing and acquisition of Nigerian passports. She lamented that the […]

August 28, 2024 2

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Ethiopia: Boeing’s African Adventure to Take Off in October 2024 With Its New Office Opening in Ethiopia

[ad_1] Addis Abeba — Boeing's Africa office is set to commence operations in October 2024, as announced by Henok Teferra, Managing Director of Boeing Africa. In an interview with state media, Henok explained that the decision to establish Boeing's African headquarters in Addis Abeba was influenced by Ethiopia's notable advancements in the aviation sector and its status as a key hub in Africa. "The establishment of Boeing's African office in Addis Abeba will enable us to further enhance and expand […]

August 27, 2024 2

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Egypt Seeks to Attract 30 Million Tourists in 2028

[ad_1] South Sinai Governor Khaled Mubarak said Egypt seeks to increase the number of tourists coming to the country to hit 30 million by 2028. South Sinai will also contribute to increasing the number of tourists through improving services in the governorate and promoting for its tourist attractions, he added. Tourism is very important sector in Egypt as it provides thousands of job opportunities and is considered a main source of hard currency, he said, calling for engaging local residents […]

August 24, 2024 1

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Ethiopia: Mekelle Immigration Office Fully Resumes Operations, Launches Online Passport Services

[ad_1] Addis Abeba — The Immigration and Citizenship Service office in Mekelle has fully resumed operations, including the launch of online passport services, after a three-year closure due to the Tigray war. The office initially restarted provisional services, such as passport renewals and replacements, on 18 June, 2024, following the suspension of all operations in November 2020 after the outbreak of the war. Mitiku Takele, coordinator of the Mekelle branch office, told state media that the office is now providing […]

August 20, 2024 1

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Uganda’s Hidden Gems – Beyond the Usual Tourist Trails

[ad_1] Uganda, often hailed as the Pearl of Africa, is renowned for its majestic mountain gorillas and the breathtaking beauty of the Nile River. While these attractions rightfully draw global attention, there is a treasure trove of lesser-known, unique experiences that remain largely unexplored. From ancient cultural practices to stunning landscapes that escape the typical tourist radar, Uganda offers a diverse range of hidden gems waiting to be discovered. The Mystical Rock Art of Nyero Tucked away in the eastern […]

August 19, 2024 2

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Lesotho: LTDC Collects M4 Million From Tourism Levies

[ad_1] The Lesotho Tourism Development Corporation (LTDC) has collected M4 million in levies since the introduction of the Tourism Levy Regulations, 2021, about 18 months ago. The funds have been used to spruce up the LTDC's corporate image and capacitate the Lesotho Council on Tourism (LCT), which supports tourism companies, among other things. Additionally, the funds have been used to cater for the LTDC's participation in the annual Africa Travel Indaba for two consecutive years. The tourism levy is a […]

August 16, 2024 2

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Kenya: KAA Says Measures in Place for Seamless Airport Operations Amid Talks On Workers Strike

[ad_1] Nairobi — The Kenya Airports Authority (KAA) says contingency measures are in place to ensure seamless airport operations amid talks to avert workers strike set for Monday. In a statement to the press Friday, KAA emphasized its commitment to upholding high standards of service even if the planned strike takes place. "In preparation for the potential strike action scheduled for Monday, August 19, 2024, the authority has put necessary contingency measures in place to ensure that airport operations continue […]

August 16, 2024 1

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Zimbabwe: Online Border Systems to Improve Efficiency

[ad_1] Zimbabwe is working towards introducing computerised and online border management systems at all entry points to improve efficiency, eliminate errors, reduce human interface and curb potential corruption. Home Affairs and Cultural Heritage Minister Kazembe Kazembe toured the Immigration Department unit at Robert Gabriel Mugabe International Airport yesterday to assess progress made so far. "We need to implement the integrated computerised system which the Ministry of Home Affairs and Cultural Heritage has embarked on which includes those in the civil […]

August 16, 2024 2

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