As US doors narrow, African tech talent faces a tougher path to America
- President Trump expanded travel and visa restrictions on nationals from over 30 countries, many in Africa.
- The restrictions are based on visa overstay data and national security assessments.
- Countries with high overstay rates, such as Nigeria and Sierra Leone, face full or partial entry bans.
The expansion of travel and visa restrictions by President Trump poses significant challenges for African tech talent, potentially stifling innovation and collaboration in the tech ecosystem. This move could lead to a brain drain as skilled individuals seek opportunities in more accessible regions, highlighting the need for a more inclusive immigration policy that fosters global talent exchange.
