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Source:Blackenterprise- A growing diplomatic standoff is unfolding after one country announced it will cancel all visas for Americans in response to the Trump administration’s expanded U.S. travel ban that included the West African country.
In mid-December, President Donald Trump broadened restrictions on travel to the United States, adding 20 more countries and the Palestinian Authority to an existing list.
The move brought the total number of affected nations to 39, spanning Africa, the Caribbean, the Middle East, and the Pacific. Some countries now face a total ban on entry to the U.S., while others are subject to limits on student and business visas.
Niger has responded. According to government officials, the country is “completely and permanently prohibiting the issuance of visas to all U.S. citizens” and indefinitely banning Americans from entering its territory until further notice., TheStreet reported The statement was confirmed to the Associated Press and marks a rare instance of a country imposing a blanket visa ban on U.S. travelers.
The White House cited visa overstay rates and security concerns as justification for adding Niger to the list of countries facing a full suspension of entry. U.S. officials pointed to overstay rates exceeding 13 percent for business visas and more than 16 percent for student visas, along with concerns about militant activity in the region.
Niger’s decision follows mounting tension between Washington and Niamey. Diplomatic relations have deteriorated since a military coup last year and the collapse of long-standing security partnerships.
Earlier this year, the U.S. Embassy in Niger suspended routine visa processing, signaling a broader breakdown in cooperation. Analysts say visa restrictions have now become a pressure tactic on both sides.
Other countries targeted by the expanded U.S. ban have also pushed back. Antigua and Barbuda’s Prime Minister Gaston Browne publicly criticized the administration’s reasoning, calling the allegations about the country’s citizenship policies outdated and inaccurate.
Several African and Caribbean nations have issued statements condemning the travel restrictions as unfair and damaging to diplomatic ties.
The consequences are immediate for Americans. Those traveling to Niger for humanitarian aid, journalism, business, or family reasons now face major obstacles unless they already hold valid visas or qualify for narrow exemptions.
Niger, meanwhile, risks losing economic benefits tied to foreign travel, international projects, and investment.
Nigerien nationals are set to be fully barred from entering the United States when the expanded ban takes effect on Jan. 1, 2026.
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Imagine the dream of a US citizen is to go on Vacation to Niger, not even the Black citizen of USA want to travel to Niger. This is a joke. ALMOST ALL USA Citizens doesn’t know the word Niger. (Don’t confuse Niger with Nigeria) they are two different countries.
@Smith
Niger is but one Nation on the African Continent which have implemented this visa policy against American. Research and see the TREND.
Just for reference purpose and to prove, that the Propaganda Media of the West controlled by the Jews and the Fascist Roman Order cannot stop the dynamic progress occurring across the African Continent. The Africans have realized, the wars funded by the Western Oligarchs to keep controlling their resources are not in their best interests.
The ten fastest growing economies in the World today are…
1…Guyana @ 22.5%.
Here’s hoping Guyanese will treat Caribbean and Black Peoples the same way they got treated for decades when the GT dollar was worth far less than it is today!
2…South Sudan @17.8%
3…West Bank and Gaza 17.4%. Of course the Western Oligarchs and the WEF will make sure this happens to usher in the Quasi New Jerusalem.
4…Guinea @7.9%
5…Ethiopia @7.3%
6…Rwanda @7.2%
7…Libya @7.1%
8…Uganda @7.0%
9…Bhutan @6.6%
10…India @6.4%
Now, unless American and European Comglomerates are asleep on Wall Street, they have eyes, ears, AI all over these Nations to help grow AMERICA.
Africa is least concerned about Black Americans and their warped sense of thinking in regards to how they perceive Africa.
Even GASSY RASSY took a contingent of Caribbean leaders to Shashamane, Oromia – Ethiopia a thriving town of well over 250,000 people which grew out of the Land Grant given to the EWF – Ethiopian World Federation by Haile Selassi I, in the 1830’s for Africans abroad to return and help build the Continent. It picked up pace, in the 1980’s after the Rastafar I movement saw it as their Homeland and began trekking there.
Besides NIGER, not nigger or Nigeria. (which Trump administration just bombed to further their internal Religious conflict – the ROOT CAUSE of the majority of WARS), AFRICA is settling and yes, it’s not an overnight process because the RELIGIOUS & ETHNIC CONFLICTS dictating their future has being ongoing for CENTURIES, but time is longer than rope and MELATONIN IS STILL THE BOSS!
Tek time! Walk fast!
Jumbee_Picknee aka Ras Smood
De’ole Dutty Peg🦶🏿 Garrat Bastard
Vere Edwards
“1930’s not 1830’s
@Ras.
Remember, with demands comes comands, and right now inflation in Guyana has gone up by about 42%.
Just saying..
But good points, but I just don’t think we should just react (as leaders) because “The “Donald” fly off the handle from time to time. Also, remember, America didn’t just become what they are overnight as well, so sometimes we have to be cognicent of that and try and garner a better relationship with them.
They are still a very viable country, Inspite of “The Donald”.
@Islanman26…
To be honest, all the talk about Donald Trump is responsible for #this, #that and the #other is playing right into the hands, of the oligarchs/plutocrats hands who still control world governments today
Trump is simply their chosen Ring Master for now.
Many of these politicians switch political parties to suit their own Agenda and the benefits derived.
Now, as for [black] people in America….
A…they were staunch supporters of the Republican Party until the early 1940’s.
B…regardless. of which political party controls the Congress or the Executive Branch, they MUST pay attention, to their own communities, in particular those in the inner cities
For example, the drugs which every class in America demand and crave are pushed mainly through these communities and even though it will not be totally eliminated, because BIG PHARMA make sure they choose many unsuspecting peoples VICES from and early age to keep their coffers stacked. The present OPIOD crisis which hit surburbia/white Americans hardest is such an example.
Next for [Blacks], In particular those with the capacity, to do so, take a second, third look at the #hood/ghetto (state of mind, not state of being). Stop complaining about gentrification by whites and Hispanics. Do the work! Help to change the dynamics and give the next generation a better sense of purpose.
There are many blacks in America who’ve done great, are doing great but again bring your dollars back to the HOOD, give it a stronger tax base to support schools, libraries, interactive learning and small businesses INCUBATION HUBS for the next generation of entrepreneurs. Heck running to surburbia only strengthens their institutions
There is a silent movement by blacks in America which I have to give much credit to, and it’s the one which is purchasing lands and incorporating and establishing their own Towns with everything from Agriculture to each aspect of the governing bodies.
Black America will spend almost 2 TRILLION DOLLARS, I repeat 2 TRILLION DOLLARS in 2025, not make spend.
No surprises there. We #posh everything out with fluff. Once we could redirect some of that spending into the right channels, no President in America can stop us, outside of declaring open warfare on us. But if they do many of white america will die too. They can’t stay away from us, in particular, the younger generations. Even businesses sees this trend and have targeted these markets.
In many commercials you’re seeing little white girls interacting with little black boys.
Yes! Yes! Yes! America is a bully. America has many negatives but the attitude even though silent wants it fixed.
Predictions…
1…99.9% of @Smith, Blacks are lease concerned about Africa and that’s fine but take care of where you’re at because opportunity’s are there.
2…Donald Trump will be impeached, again!
3…Rep Jasmine Crockett, the Texas Rocket may well be leading the Executive Branch after the next presidential elections.
4…Ras Smood’s #White_Picket Fence Garden in #da_hood will be loved by all who sees it. I like playing with white folks in particular when they stop through.
My hood in America is Johnston Square Baltimore.
We have not only turn over a fresh new leaf by introducing much green spaces which were formerly trash dumping sites, we’ve added dozens of MURALS, Community Gardens which help help with offering FREE and healthier produce through GRANTS.
We have cut the murder rate and other serious crimes by over 90% from being one of the most dangerous in Baltimore and America.
We just opened a brand new Pratt Library, the first in the city over the past 15 years.
We are the poster child of what happens when you change the dynamics of any community riddled with negativity.
And guess what, it was people driven and corporate America observed and they came with helping hands.
Check out both Re-Build Metro the Company who has given us the opportunity.
Re-build Johnston Square Community Association is the main partner with Rebuild Metro in this hood.
It ain’t where you’re at
‘Tis what you do with what you got
The #Ghetto is a state of Mind
‘Tis not, a State of Being! Seen!
Nuff respect….
Jumbee Picknee aka Ras Smood
De’ole Dutty Peg🦶🏿 Garrat Bastard
Vere Edwards
DO AMERICANS REALLY VISIT NIGER.I SAY,ABSOLUTELY NOT. THEY ARE LOOKING FOR RECOGNITION.
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