00:01Togo has announced a major shift in its travel policy, granting visa-free entry to all African nationals,
00:08in a move aimed at boosting regional integration and cross-border movements across the continent.
00:13The decision took effect immediately on May 18 and applied citizens of all African countries holding valid national passports.
00:22Authorities say travellers will now be allowed to stay in Togo for up to 30 days without a visa.
00:27In a statement, the country's security minister said the move reflects Togo's commitment to pan-African cooperation,
00:34economic openness and stronger people-to-people ties.
00:38The government says it wants to position the country as a regional hub for business, trade, culture and services at
00:45the heart of Africa.
00:46Togo joins a growing number of African nations, including Rwanda,
00:50that have eased travel restrictions in support of continental mobility and integration efforts.
00:58The government says,
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