Africa's World Cup dream meets Ebola, U.S. visa roadblock

    Anthony Nlebem | Editor’s picks | Jun 05, 2026    
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Africa is poised to make history at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, but this milestone is already being overshadowed by stringent United States immigration policies and a concerning Ebola outbreak in Central Africa. As the tournament approaches, these dual hurdles are raising serious alarms about team preparations and the ability of African fans to travel and support their nations.

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