AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoNew Air Link: FlySafair launches a new Johannesburg–Lusaka route, flying five times a week (Mon/Wed/Thu/Fri/Sun) with fares from about R2,800 one-way, aiming to meet demand on the busy corridor. Visa Updates for Travel: Ghana’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs announces visa waivers for Ghanaians to Maldives, Zambia and Antigua & Barbuda—30 days for Zambia and Maldives, 90 days for Antigua & Barbuda—while Nigerians can apply for eVisas to 54 countries including Zambia and South Africa. Tourism Spotlight: Zambia’s tourism capital Livingstone could gain a boost as Musoma backs Chief Mukuni’s elevation to Paramount Chief status, saying it may create new visitor experiences alongside attractions like Victoria Falls. Human Rights & Travel Documents: Zambia revoked passports of six prominent figures on “national security” grounds; Amnesty condemns it as silencing dissent, while an explainer notes affected people may challenge the decision through legal routes. Regional Trade: Zimbabwe’s exports to COMESA rose to US$222m (+10.4%) as it prepares to host the COMESA summit in October—good news for regional business links. Sports: TP Mazembe ended Medeama’s CAF Champions League run, and the next round match is set against Zambia’s Red Arrows.
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