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Burkina Faso allegedly blocks NADMO from assisting Ghanaian refugees
Authorities in Burkina Faso have allegedly blocked officials of Ghana’s National Disaster Management Organisation (NADMO) from reaching Ghanaian refugees displaced by the recent Gbeniyiri conflict. More than 5,600 people fled to Kpere in Burkina...

Mali Slaps Visa Bond on US Travellers in Retaliation to US Policy
In a tit-for-tat move, Mali has imposed the same visa bond requirements on United States citizens that Washington placed on Malian travelers. Mali’s government condemned the initial US action as a violation of bilateral agreements. The Foreign...

Mali hits back with Ksh.1.3M visa fee for US travellers
File photo of an American passport. Audio By Vocalize Mali has introduced a $10,000 (Ksh.1.3 million) visa fee on U.S. nationals visiting the West African country for business and tourism purposes in a reciprocal move after Donald Trump’s...

Top 10 African countries with the highest fuel prices in October 2025, priced in US dollars
Long queues at gas stations, higher transportation charges, and rising food prices have become everyday reminders that when oil prices rise, every sector suffers. One example of rising energy costs in recent weeks lies in Egypt. The North African...

Mali imposes retaliatory visa bond fees on US travellers
The measure comes after the US added Mali to its list of African countries required to post bonds of $5,000 and $10,000. Published On 12 Oct 202512 Oct 2025 Mali has imposed visa bond requirements on United States citizens identical to those...
Authorities in Burkina Faso have blocked officials of Ghana’s National Disaster Management Organisation (NADMO) from accessing Ghanaian refugees displaced by the Gbeniyiri conflict. The refugees, numbering about 5,621, fled to Kpere in Burkina Faso…
Authorities in Burkina Faso have blocked officials of Ghana’s National Disaster Management Organisation (NADMO) from accessing Ghanaian refugees displaced by the Gbeniyiri conflict. The refugees, numbering about 5,621, fled to Kpere in Burkina...
Delayed Rail Development in Ghana Presents Challenges for Tourism, but Growth Continues
Published on October 11, 2025 Ghana had intended to have the Tema-Mpakadan line reopened to the public on the 1st of October 2025. However, this intention has met considerable setbacks due to considerable technical issues. The line, which is 97.6...

Gbeniyiri conflict: Burkina Faso blocks NADMO from meeting displaced persons, demands formal diplomacy
Authorities in Burkina Faso have blocked officials of Ghana’s National Disaster Management Organisation (NADMO) from accessing Ghanaian refugees displaced by the Gbeniyiri conflict. The refugees, numbering about 5,621, fled to Kpere in Burkina...

Northeast I. Coast lives warily between army, jihadists and m
Since 2020, when suspected jihadists attacked the Kafolo military camp in northeastern Ivory Coast, the army has maintained a powerful presence in the region -- and now fresh threats are looming, residents warn. A detailed AFP tour of the region...

Tourism minister says language is vehicle for unity, identity
Abdou Jobe was speaking recently as he presided over the official opening of the second edition of the International Soninkara Language Day (ISLD) held at the Youth Monument, West Field. However, this year’s event was held on the theme ‘digital...

The World’s Deadliest Travel Destinations for Americans in 2025
Last August, Taylor Swift cancelled shows in Vienna, Austria after authorities announced arrests over a terror plot targeting the concerts. Amidst rising terrorist claims throughout Europe, Italy has remained at a Level 2 travel advisory for...

SLFA Provides 10 Free Buses for Leone Stars Fans Traveling to Liberia for World Cup Qualifier
The Sierra Leone Football Association (SLFA), under the leadership of its President, Babadi Kamara, has announced the provision of free transportation for fans traveling to Monrovia, Liberia, to support the Leone Stars in their crucial 2026 FIFA...

Verstappen aiming for F1 title after stunning win in US GP
Four-time defending world champion Max Verstappen made a decisive move in his hunt for the F1 title as he dominated the United States Grand Prix with a wire-to-wire victory. Verstappen entered the weekend as a long-shot to win a fifth consecutive...

Tourism in Ghana: Exploring From Accra, the Gateway to West Africa (2025 Edition)
Introduction – Accra as the Heart of Tourism Ghana has long been celebrated as the “Gateway to Africa,” and nowhere is this truer than in its capital city, Accra. For travelers arriving in Ghana, whether by air at Kotoka International Airport or...

Canada Updated Travel Advisory for Citizens
Canada has updated its travel guidelines asking citizens not to travel countries like Russian, North Korea, Ukraine, Mali, Afghanistan, Syria, Iran, Mali, Haiti, Sudan, Central African Republic, Burkina Faso, Yemen, Niger, Somalia, South, Sudan,...

Saved by Mukiele: Sunderland star must be dropped after 5/10 Wolves display
Sunderland are yet to lose at home this season in the Premier League, with the Stadium of Light's reputation as a fortress only being strengthened when an out-of-sorts Wolverhampton Wanderers travelled to Wearside on Saturday. Indeed, the...

December 2025 Travel Guide – What Every Tourist Should Know ...
When tourists arrive in Ghana, their first stop is usually Accra, the bustling capital. Accra is more than just a gateway—it is a city that offers a glimpse into Ghana’s culture, commerce, and lifestyle. But for many visitors, the real journey...

The Canadian Government Just Increased The Risk Level To This "Avoid All Travel" Country
Some "Avoid all travel" warnings are extreme. Take the Canadian government's warning about travel to Venezuela. According to recent updates, Canadians risk detention just for landing. It seems that warnings are only getting worse for "Avoid all...

Cross-Border Tourism in West Africa: Why Accra is the Gateway (2025 Edition)
Introduction – Accra Beyond Ghana Ghana’s capital city, Accra, has long been celebrated as a center of culture, politics, and business in West Africa. But in recent years, it has also emerged as a powerful hub for cross-border tourism, serving as...

A Triumph for Botswana, A Victory for Africa: The Trans Africa Tourism and Unity Campaign Celebrates in Gaborone
As Botswana prepares to mark its 59th Independence Anniversary on September 30, 2025, the nation is already awash in jubilation. The streets may be quiet, with Batswana retreating to their villages to celebrate with kith and kin, but the air hums...