WASHINGTON — The United States has placed 11 African countries under its highest travel advisory level, urging American citizens not to travel to the countries due to serious security threats, instability, and limited access to consular assistance.
The countries listed under the State Department’s Level 4 “Do Not Travel” advisory are:
- Burkina Faso
- Libya
- Central African Republic
- Chad
- Democratic Republic of Congo
- Mali
- Niger
- Somalia
- South Sudan
- Sudan
- Uganda
They are among 23 countries worldwide currently classified at the highest warning level by the U.S. government.
The advisory cites concerns including armed conflict, terrorism, kidnapping risks, civil unrest, crime, and limited ability of U.S. authorities to provide emergency support in certain locations.
For Somalia, the warning reflects continued concerns related to militant attacks, security challenges, and risks in areas affected by conflict. Uganda’s inclusion is linked to security concerns and regional instability, while Sudan and South Sudan remain affected by ongoing conflicts and humanitarian crises.
The U.S. travel advisory system is designed to inform citizens about potential risks abroad, but it does not necessarily represent a complete assessment of conditions in every part of a country. Governments of several listed nations have previously criticized such advisories, arguing they may not reflect improvements in security and economic conditions.
