U.S. eases travel fears for Ghanaians ahead of World Cup
By Francis Kyei
New York, — Ghanaian football fans and officials are expected to benefit from new U.S. travel and event-planning measures as the United States intensifies preparations for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, which it will co-host with Canada and Mexico.
The tournament, scheduled for June and July 2026, will feature a record 48 teams and 104 matches across 16 host cities, 11 of them in the United States. FIFA expects the event to attract millions of visitors, including large contingents from Africa.
U.S. authorities have begun rolling out a visa facilitation initiative for World Cup visitors, aimed at reducing long processing delays that have traditionally affected applicants from Africa, including Ghana. While applicants will still be required to meet standard visa conditions...