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Visa restrictions a barrier to economic growth in Africa

By Fredrick Obura

KENYA:  “Africa is one of the regions in the world with the highest visa requirements. Visa restrictions imply missed economic opportunities for intra-regional trade and for the local service economy such as tourism, cross-country medical services or education.” – Professor Mthuli Ncube, Chief Economist and Vice-President of the African Development Bank.  

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