Homeland Security is holding eight deportees under 24/7 guard at a U.S. military base in Djibouti. It’s unclear how long they’ll be there, or where they’ll be sent next.

The travel ban goes into effect Monday, leaving many to fear a future in which they can't visit family or loved ones are unable to escape dire circumstances in their home countries.

President Donald Trump’s latest proclamation, effective June 9, 2025, is being met with outrage and concern across the African continent. This new travel ban specifically targets 12 countries with full restrictions on entry and places partial limits on seven others.