UK Travel Rules: The UK updated its visitor immigration rules, reaffirming that Nigerians and nationals of 100+ countries must get visas before travel for stays under six months, with the list also extending to stateless travelers and people using non-national passport documents. Visa-on-Arrival Update (Africa): Namibia released an updated visa-on-arrival list covering 121 countries and territories; Nigeria is left out, and Comoros is included among 28 African countries eligible for the scheme. Kiswahili in the Spotlight: Tanzania highlighted Kiswahili’s growing global role at World Kiswahili Language Day events in Algeria, while UNESCO’s African Group chair urged wider promotion of Kiswahili as a tool for unity, identity, peace, and development. Comoros Independence Day: Russia’s President Putin sent congratulations to Comoros on its 51st independence anniversary, praising ongoing diplomatic ties. Sports (Beach Volleyball): Zone 7 beach volleyball action continued across Africa, with Comoros among the teams in the regional stop.