Fri Jun 20 10:58:07 UTC 2025: **Trump Administration Considers Expanding Travel Ban, Targeting Dozens of African Nations**

Washington D.C. – The Trump administration is reportedly considering a significant expansion of its travel ban, potentially adding 36 countries to the list, with a disproportionate number of those being African nations. According to US media reports citing internal government documents, 26 of the targeted countries are in Africa. This move could result in citizens of 36 of Africa’s 54 nations being banned, fully or partially, from entering the US, making Africa the most-banned region globally for US travel.

The potential visa bans are tied to the Trump administration’s ongoing immigration crackdown. The administration has raised concerns with the governments of the targeted countries, giving them a deadline to meet specific standards dictated by the Department of State. These concerns range from terrorism concerns, the lack of reliable identity documents, unreliable criminal records, selling citizenship, high visa overstay rates, and a lack of cooperation in accepting deported citizens.

The potential ban has sparked concerns and condemnation, with some warning that it could damage US relations with African nations, particularly regarding trade and investment opportunities. Nigeria’s Foreign Minister cautioned that the US could miss out on essential mineral deals if the bans are implemented. Experts also fear that the bans could split families and create uncertainty for African immigrants already living in the US.

The African Union has called for a more consultative approach and dialogue between the US and the affected nations. While some countries, such as Chad, have responded with reciprocal measures, others have expressed a willingness to cooperate with the US to address the raised concerns.

The potential expansion of the travel ban remains a developing story, with the possibility of implementation as early as August. The decision could have far-reaching consequences for US-Africa relations, immigration policies, and global trade.

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