Visa rules for Europe: The EU has published a list of 51 African countries whose citizens—including Burkina Faso—must get a Schengen visa in advance to visit any of the 29 Schengen states, a big planning change for travellers heading to Europe. Travel curbs for Burkina Faso travellers: Burkina Faso’s transitional authorities have barred former PM Apollinaire Kyélem de Tambèla from leaving the country, underlining tighter movement controls for senior figures. New eVisa requirements for Malaysia: Malaysia says citizens of Burkina Faso (and other African states) must apply for a Single Entry eVisa for tourism and social visits before travelling. Sahel regional politics: Coverage revisits the shift from ECOWAS to the Alliance of Sahel States after Mali, Burkina Faso and Niger left ECOWAS—important context for cross-border travel and security planning. Sport with travel appeal: Burkinabè cyclists dominated the PRURide Elite Race in Accra, while football and youth tournament updates point to more regional movement across West Africa. Health & staffing watch: A report from Ghana’s Upper East Regional Hospital highlights staff shortages and rising patient loads, a reminder to plan carefully for medical access when travelling in the region.