Ghana introduces new e-visa system to boost tourism, business

About this episode

Ghana introduces a new e-visa system to enhance tourism and business, while addressing regional health risks from Ebola and political changes in Senegal.

In tonight's edition: Ghana announces the end of visa fees for all African business travellers on Africa Day. Also, the WHO warns DR Congo's neighbours of the risks they face from the Ebola outbreak. Plus Senegal’s President Bassirou Diomaye Faye appoints economist Ahmadou ‌Al Aminou Lô as the country’s new prime minister.

Topics covered

• visa system
• tourism
• business
• Ebola outbreak
• politics
• appointment

Keywords

• Ghana
• e-visa
• tourism
• Ebola
• Senegal
• politics
• business

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: WHO

Places: Ghana, Africa, DR Congo

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