Former Member of Parliament for the Kumbungu Constituency, Ras Mubarak, is set to embark on a bold and historic expedition across 31 African countries, aimed at promoting tourism in Africa, cultural exchange, and continental unity.
Speaking exclusively to A1 Radio, Ras Mubarak revealed that the 120-day Africa road trip, covering over 35,000 kilometres, will begin on August 18, 2025, traversing West, Central, Southern, and East Africa before returning to Ghana.
“It is dedicated to promoting tourism, cultural exchange, and regional unity across the continent,” he emphasized.
Highlighting Ghana’s visa-free travel policy for all African nationals, Mubarak called on other African governments to adopt similar frameworks to facilitate intra-African travel, trade, and youth empowerment.
“Many African countries still make travel, trade, and tourism extremely difficult for fellow Africans. Through this trip, we aim to petition governments to open up their borders. Visa-free travel arrangements would create opportunities for the youth to explore education, trade, and cultural collaboration.”
His ambitious route includes Ghana, Togo, Benin, Nigeria, Cameroon, Gabon, Congo, Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), Angola, South Africa, Kenya, Ethiopia, Morocco, and more than two dozen additional African nations.
Mubarak acknowledged the immense logistical and physical challenges ahead but remains committed to the broader objective of advocating for policy reforms that support seamless African integration.
To ensure safety and smooth operations, a diverse expedition team is being assembled. It includes French and Arabic speakers, individuals with valid driver’s licenses, and a medical doctor to accompany the journey.
“We’ll be driving in shifts, so everyone needs to be able to drive. It’s a long journey—120 days. No one person can do all the driving,” he explained.
He also extended an open invitation to like-minded adventurers with durable vehicles, encouraging a spirit of collaboration and pan-African solidarity.
This expedition aligns with the goals of the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA), reinforcing the belief that easing border restrictions and encouraging movement across African nations is key to unlocking the continent’s economic growth, tourism development, and regional cooperation.
Source: A1Radioonline.com | 101.1MHz | Moses Apiah | Bolgatanga
