In particular, young people like Narciso Edjang, a medical student in Equatorial Guinea, worry about how these bans will impact their dreams of studying and living in the United States. The ban, which affects nations such as Chad, Libya, and Sudan, goes into effect soon and has sparked accusations of discrimination and racism from those impacted.

The travel ban not only disrupts aspirations for better education and opportunities but also risks separating families. As discussions continue, Africans are left questioning the reasons behind their inclusion on the list and the future of relations with the United States.

In the face of uncertainty, many are turning to their governments for answers, though the means to reverse such a policy remain unclear.