The African Development Bank (AfDB) has thrown its weight behind calls for visa-free movements around Africa to enhance regional economic integration on the continent.A statement by its Country Office in Nigeria on Thursday quoted AfDB President, Dr Donald Keberuka, and business mogul Aliko Dangote as supporting two African leaders championing the cause of free movements people and goods during the ongoing World Economic Summit in Abuja.
Presidents Paul Kagame of Rwanda and Uhuru Kenyatta of Kenya have intensified a call to action for regional integration to promote travels across the continent by the easing of visa restrictions and constraints.
Kenyatta had insisted that the lack of political will should not be allowed to undermine Africa’s integration and economic growth.
Kaberuka was quoted saying: “The African Development Bank strongly supports the initiative, as a key component of its commitment to enhancing regional integration across Africa”.
The AfDB boss said easing visa constraints and removing other unnecessary barriers would contribute to boosting the continent’s economies and urged leaders to take appropriate action to make this happen.
