AGP Executive Report
Last update: 12 hours agoTravel Rules: The UK has reaffirmed that Nigerians and nationals of more than 100 countries and territories must get visas before travelling for short visits of under six months, with the updated requirements set out in the Immigration Rules Appendix Visitor. Regional Air Links: After nearly four years, direct flights between the Comoros and Madagascar have resumed following technical and administrative arrangements, a step officials say will boost travel, trade and tourism. Environment & Science: Scientists from 21 African countries, including Comoros, are meeting in Accra to harmonise microplastics monitoring protocols for coastal areas using nuclear and isotopic techniques, aiming for comparable data and stronger marine protection policies. Digital Payments: Visa says its Visa Pay service is expanding across Africa via a software kit, with issuers including Comoros among those adopting the platform for virtual cards and mobile payment experiences. Governance Watch: A new Ibrahim Index of African Governance update shows Africa’s average anti-corruption score rising from 38.6 (2016) to 39.1 (2025), with Rwanda and Seychelles topping the rankings.
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