More African countries accept US deportees

A growing number of African nations are agreeing to receive deportees from the United States. Supporters call it a practical solution, while critics call it outsourcing immigration enforcement. Here’s what you need to know.

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A growing number of African nations are agreeing to receive deportees from the United States. Supporters call it a practical solution. Critics call it outsourcing immigration enforcement. So what’s really happening?

Known as third-country deportation, the policy has expanded rapidly since 2025, with Washington pursuing agreements around the world. But where in Africa are deportees being sent?

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