AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoVisa Updates for Travellers: Spain says only eight African countries—Botswana, Namibia, Eswatini, Lesotho, Mauritius, Seychelles, Cape Verde and Rwanda—can enter visa-free in 2026 for up to 90 days, while most others must get a Schengen visa first. UK Entry Clearance Tightening: The UK has updated rules requiring entry clearance for citizens of Eswatini and 32 other African countries (including Nigeria and South Africa) when travelling to or transiting through the UK, with airlines warned to refuse boarding without the right documents. Regional Visa Access Watch: Taiwan lists Eswatini as its only African country eligible for 90-day visa-free entry, and Uganda confirms 21 African nations on its 2026 visa-exempt list. Eswatini Tourism Angle: A new report flags reputational risk for Eswatini as it accepts US third-country deportees, raising human-rights concerns that could affect visitor confidence. Business & Tourism Demand: The Central Bank of Eswatini reports business borrowing is rising, with distribution and tourism among the sectors seeing stronger lending. Culture & Events: The Standard Bank Luju Food & Lifestyle Festival returns to Malkerns (Aug 1–2), strengthening ties with Mozambique’s creative sector.
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