AGP Executive Report
Last update: 2 hours agoUS Visa Rules for Travelers: The US has made its visa bond programme permanent, with consular officers able to require refundable deposits up to $20,000 for some B1/B2 tourism and business applicants from 50 countries (including Cuba), taking effect Monday after publication in the Federal Register. US Consular Overhaul in Africa: From 1 August 2026, routine visa processing will stop at 25 African posts, including Bujumbura, with applicants redirected to 20 regional hubs. Regional Health Cooperation: Kenya and 10 other African countries, including Burundi, are developing a framework to jointly procure emergency medical supplies during outbreaks. Burundi Diplomacy: Burundi’s President and AU chair Évariste Ndayishimiye backed Angola’s FAO leadership bid, supporting Josefa Sacko’s candidacy. Mobility Watch: Kenya’s passport now offers visa-free/VOA access to 77 destinations, while passport-ranking updates continue to reshape travel planning across the region.
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