The African Visa Openness Index (AVOI) 2024 reveals disparities in visa policies across African countries, with Benin, Rwanda, Seychelles, and The Gambia ranking highest by offering visa-free access to all Africans. Ghana, Cape Verde, and Nigeria follow with mixed policies, while lower-income nations are generally more open than higher-income countries. The report underscores how restrictive visa policies impede free movement and hamper regional integration efforts, calling for greater cooperation to achieve a seamless and integrated Africa.
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