Travelers from six African countries are now facing higher costs and stricter scrutiny as the $250 Visa Integrity Fee, legislated in July 2025 and formally enforced from October 1, 2025, is fully applied alongside new digital and biometric requirements. Travelers from six African nations face increased visa application costs and stringent vetting procedures as of…
Benin and Niger have expelled each other’s diplomats, deepening a standoff between the two West African neighbours and highlighting growing diplomatic strain in the region. Benin and Niger have both expelled each other’s diplomats, marking a significant diplomatic standoff. The tensions escalated following Benin declaring two Nigerien officials persona non grata, prompting a reciprocal measure…
Angola has taken another step toward strengthening its upstream oil output and downstream energy security after the N’Dola Sul project officially began production in late December, bringing new barrels and gas into the country’s export and domestic supply chain. The N’Dola Sul offshore project in Angola commenced operations in December, aiming to enhance the country’s…
