Rwanda Throws Open Its Borders to All of Africa
Rwanda is now visa-free for citizens of every African Union country, joining a growing push for borderless travel across the continent in 2026.
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Africa Eastern Africa Rwanda Throws Open Its Borders to All of Africa By Amina Diarra · June 26, 2026 · 5 min read Daily Brief The morning intel from across Latin America. Free. Subscribe By subscribing you agree to our privacy policy. We never share your email. AFRICA · SOCIETY Key Facts —Open door: Rwanda lets citizens of all African Union states enter without a visa for up to 30 days. —Longer for neighbours: Citizens of the East African Community can stay for up to six months. —A growing club: Ghana, Kenya, Seychelles, Benin, The Gambia and Tanzania have made similar moves, and Togo joined in May 2026. —The goal: The policy aligns with the African Union’s long campaign for the free movement of people.
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