Tuesday, August 13, 2024 Equatorial Guinea, a country located on the west coast of Africa, consists of Río Muni (also known as Continental Equatorial Guinea) on the continent, along with five islands collectively known as insular Equatorial Guinea: Bioko (formerly Fernando Po), Corisco, Great Elobey (Elobey Grande), Little Elobey (Elobey Chico), and Annobón (Pagalu). Bata serves as the administrative capital of the mainland. Once a Spanish colony known as Spanish Guinea, Equatorial Guinea gained independence on October 12, 1968.
The capital city is Malabo, situated on Bioko. As of August 2024, citizens from the UAE, Barbados, and Tunisia as of August 2024 can visit Equatorial Guinea visa free. Equatorial Guinea’s travel and tourism market is set to expand, with a projected growth rate of 2.
69% from 2024 to 2029. By 2029, the market volume is expected to reach around $27.98 million, highlighting a steady recovery and ongoing expansion in the tourism sector due to recent reforms.
TTW Editor in Chief Mr. Anup Kumar Keshan says: “Equatorial Guinea’s diverse geography and rich history make it a unique destination in West Africa. The recent visa-free access for citizens from the UAE, Barbados, and Tunisia as of August 2024 is a strategic move that will likely boost tourism, further driving economic growth in the sector.
This development aligns well with the country’s ongoing reforms and its projected market expansion.” Citizens from 8 countries can visit the Equatoria.