Historic Pan-African Road Trip to Champion Visa-Free Travel Across Africa

25 July 2025

Ras Mubarak, will be driving from Accra to 39 other African countries, in 120 days, over 38,000km, to meet with government officials to deliver messages about the urgent need to implement a visa-free policy in Africa for all Africans traveling within Africa, as a way of uniting the continent, creating economic opportunities for our people and showcasing Africa’s rich culture

Accra, Ghana — In a bold move to unify the African continent, the Trans African Tourism & Unity Campaign, spearheaded by Ghanaian broadcaster and former MP Ras Mubarak, is set to launch a historic 120-day road journey promoting visa-free travel for African citizens.

Starting August 18, 2025, a diverse team of 11, including political activist Eryk Agyapong and Ghana Television personnel, will depart from Accra to traverse 39 African countries—covering over 38,000 kilometers. This sweeping initiative aims to build support for a policy aligned with the African Union’s Agenda 2063 and Protocol on the Free Movement of Persons.

Ghana Leads the Charge
Endorsed by the Government of Ghana, the campaign seeks to eliminate travel barriers, foster continental economic integration, and showcase Africa’s rich cultural tapestry. Stops will include key nations such as Nigeria, South Africa, Kenya, Ethiopia, and Morocco, with scheduled meetings with heads of state and regional leaders.

Here is the campaign’s complete list of Countries & Dates:

  1. Togo – August 18, 2025 (Whistle Stop, No overnight stay)
  2. Benin – August 18–21, 2025
  3. Nigeria – August 23–25, 2025
  4. Cameroon – August 28–30, 2025
  5. Equatorial Guinea – September 1–4, 2025
  6. Gabon – September 5–8, 2025
  7. Congo (Republic of the Congo) – September 9–12, 2025
  8. Democratic Republic of the Congo – September 13–16, 2025
  9. Angola – September 18–21, 2025
  10. Namibia – September 23–26, 2025
  11. Zambia – September 27–30, 2025
  12. Botswana – October 1–4, 2025
  13. South Africa – October 5–8, 2025
  14. Lesotho – October 9–12, 2025
  15. Eswatini – October 13–16, 2025
  16. Mozambique – October 17–20, 2025
  17. Zimbabwe – October 22–25, 2025
  18. Malawi – October 26–29, 2025
  19. Tanzania – October 30–November 2, 2025
  20. Burundi – November 4–7, 2025
  21. Rwanda – November 8–11, 2025
  22. Kenya – November 12–15, 2025
  23. Uganda – November 16–19, 2025
  24. Ethiopia – November 21–24, 2025
  25. Central African Republic – November 26–29, 2025
  26. Chad – December 1–4, 2025
  27. Niger – December 6–9, 2025
  28. Algeria – December 11–14, 2025
  29. Morocco – December 16–20, 2025
  30. Mauritania – December 21–24, 2025
  31. Senegal – December 25–28, 2025
  32. Gambia – December 29, 2025–January 1, 2026
  33. Guinea-Bissau – January 2–5, 2026
  34. Guinea – January 6–9, 2026
  35. Sierra Leone- January- 10 – 13, 2026
  36. Liberia – January 14 – 17, 2026
  37. Côte d’Ivoire – January 18–21, 2026
  38. Burkina Faso – January 22–25, 2026
  39. Ghana – January 26–28, 2026 (End Campaign).

Driving Unity Through Tourism
The journey will highlight Africa’s vibrant tourism sector and call for collaborative action from businesses, media, and the diaspora. Kenya’s adoption of visa-free travel is hailed as a model, proof that unity is attainable through progressive policy.

Media and Mobilization
With support from major outlets—including Ghana Broadcasting Corporation, South African Broadcasting Corporation, Channels Television, Asaase Radio, Graphic Communications Group, Radio Gold, Liberia Broadcasting System, among others—the campaign’s message of #OpenAfrica #OpenOpportunities will reach millions, inspiring a movement for collective African action.

Get Involved
Organizers call on governments to ease bureaucratic constraints, businesses to fund logistics, and individuals to champion the cause by participating in community events and sharing the campaign’s message.

“This isn’t just a road trip,” said Agyapong. “It’s a journey for every African who dreams of a borderless continent and limitless opportunity.”

To support or learn more, contact
Email: transafricantourism@gmail.com
WhatsApp: +233 244 350 462

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