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 Interesting :  Starting today, Namibia is reviewing its visa-free entry agreements with several countries deemed “non-reciprocal.” In short, these are nationalities whose citizens could previously enter Namibia freely, while Namibians were required to complete visa formalities to travel to these countries. April 1, 2025, therefore marks a turning point. For reasons of diplomatic reciprocity and sovereignty, the Namibian government now requires visas for citizens of 33 countries, including the US, Canada, Japan, Australia, UK, and France. Aware of the implications of this decision for tourism, Namibia is supporting this reform with a modernization of its visa system. Since March 3, 2025, travelers can apply via a brand new e-Visa platform. Namibian authorities announce that they have approved more than 10,000 e-Visas since the service was launched. The process is entirely paperless on the eservices.mhaiss.gov.na portal: account creation, online form, uploading of ID photo and ...

 A few notes: The formula used to calculate tariffs is, at best flawed . Tariffs are an import tax on American consumers for the countries listed; the countries will not be paying the difference.  Not sure if this will reverse the practice of farmers being paid to not grow certain crops .  Mr. Stock Market isn't happy . Apparently, uninhabited islands are among the target s. 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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 It's the policies and the system, not just the person in charge: