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How Trump’s 'deportation campaign' is reshaping ties with Africa

A plane carrying people deported by the United States lands at Simón Bolívar International Airport in Venezuela, on 18 July, as part of Washington’s push to send deportees to countries across Latin America and Africa. AP - Ariana Cubillos

Some African nations are striking deals to take in migrants deported from the United States. Others are refusing. The split shows how Trump’s policy is reshaping Washington’s ties with the continent – and raises the question of whether these agreements are made for financial gain or under pressure.

Trump announced during his electoral campaign that he intended to deport "one million people a year". But while imposing new global tariffs, the White House is also scrambling to find countries willing to take in those who Washington is forcing out.

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