Ghana to grant visa-free entry to all Africans by 2024, President Akufo-Addo announces

President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo of Ghana unveiled plans to abolish visa requirements for all African visitors by the end of 2024. Unveiling the policy at the Africa Prosperity Dialogue 2024 in Ghana's Eastern Region, Akufo-Addo linked the move to the goals of the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA).

«The Government of Ghana is committed to ensuring visa-free entry for all Africans traveling to our country», declared Akufo-Addo. He emphasized the need for similar policies across the continent to facilitate the free movement of people, goods, and services, ultimately leveraging trade as a driver of economic transformation in Africa.

Beyond visa liberalization, Akufo-Addo also championed a more inclusive AfCFTA implementation, advocating for measures that benefit various social strata in Africa.

Held annually by the AfCFTA Secretariat and the African Prosperity Network think tank, the Africa Prosperity Dialogue serves as a platform for African leaders to engage, forge partnerships, and drive progress towards the goals of the African Union's Agenda 2063.