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US slashes visa processing hubs across Africa
The US plans to reduce visa processing hubs in Africa from nearly 50 to 20, requiring citizens from non-hub countries to travel to approved sites, creating logistical and financial challenges. The move follows a directive from Secretary of State Marco Rubio and follows prior visa restrictions under the Trump administration.
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