South Africa Expands Visa-Free Entry for 22 African Nations

South Africa has released an updated list of 22 African nations whose citizens can now enter visa-free for tourism, business, and short-term visits. The eligible countries include Algeria, Benin, Botswana, Cabo Verde, Comoros, Cote d'Ivoire, Gabon, Guinea, Kenya, Lesotho, Madagascar, Malawi, Mauritius, Mozambique, Namibia, Rwanda, Seychelles, Eswatini, Tanzania, Tunisia, Zambia, and Zimbabwe. Permitted stays vary from 30 to 90 days, with citizens from Botswana, Comoros, Mozambique, Tunisia, and Zimbabwe typically allowed up to 90 days. Tanzanian ordinary passport holders may stay for up to 90 days, while diplomatic and service passport holders are permitted 30 days. Certain nationalities, such as those from Kenya, Benin, and Gabon, are subject to specific entry conditions.