Ghana to Introduce Visa-Free Travel for Africans
As of now, Tunisians are required to obtain a visa to enter Ghana, with no exemptions in place. However, the country is preparing a new measure for other Africans. Starting from May 25, 2026, all African nationals will be able to travel to Ghana without paying visa fees, announced Ghanaian Foreign Minister Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa. He specified that this waiver does not guarantee automatic entry. Each traveler will have to go through an online visa application procedure via an e-Visa platform, which is set to launch next month.
Strengthening Africa's Position
Ghana, the host of the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA), is thus reinforcing its position as an African hub and facilitating mobility and exchanges between countries on the continent. Since 2024, Tunisia has strengthened its efforts to develop its exports to sub-Saharan Africa, particularly Ghana, as part of trade missions and the implementation of the AfCFTA. Thanks to the application of this agreement, 47 export operations have been carried out by Tunisian companies to countries such as Ghana, Cameroon, Tanzania, Côte d'Ivoire, and Equatorial Guinea. These exchanges cover several sectors, including construction, food, and chemical industries.
Trade Between Tunisia and Ghana
In 2024, Tunisian exports to Ghana reached approximately $11.83 million, mainly consisting of salt, lime, cement, plastic products, vegetable oils, and other manufactured products. In contrast, Ghanaian exports to Tunisia are dominated by cocoa and its derivatives, representing the majority of incoming trade flows.
Visa Exemptions in Africa
So far, out of the 54 member states of the African Union, four African countries have announced or implemented a total visa exemption for all Africans, namely Benin, Gambia, Rwanda, and Seychelles. It is also worth noting that Kenya has abolished visas for almost all Africans (except Libya and Somalia).
