The United States, under the administration of President Donald Trump, is planning to carry out mass deportations of illegal immigrants, with a staggering 1,445,549 non-citizens on the Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) non-detained docket with final removal orders as of November 24, 2024. This figure is a significant increase from the 271,484 non-citizens removed to 192 different countries in 2024.

Despite this massive deportation plan, some African countries have managed to avoid being targeted, with zero deportations in 2024. These countries include Comoros, Djibouti, Lesotho, Madagascar, Mauritius, Sao Tome and Principe, Seychelles, South Sudan, and Swaziland. This is likely due to the fact that citizens from these countries tend to migrate legally or stay in their own countries or regions where they are highly welcomed.

However, this trend may not continue, as some of these countries have seen a significant increase in the number of people set to be deported in 2025. For example, Lesotho and South Sudan have 136 individuals listed for removal, while Djibouti has 29, and Mauritius has 15. This suggests that the US's deportation plans may not spare these countries in the future.

The US's deportation efforts have been a priority for President Trump, who has promised to run an America-first government. In 2024, the US removed 271,484 non-citizens with final orders of removal to 192 different countries, including 88,763 who had charges or convictions for criminal activity, 3,706 known or suspected gang members, 237 known or suspected terrorists, and eight human rights violators.

The implications of these deportation plans are far-reaching, with significant consequences for individuals, families, and communities. The fact that some African countries have managed to avoid being targeted may be a result of their own immigration policies and practices, as well as their relationships with the US. However, as the US continues to tighten its immigration laws and enforcement, it remains to be seen how these countries will fare in the future.

In conclusion, the US's plans for mass deportations have significant implications for immigration policies and practices around the world. While some African countries have managed to avoid being targeted, others have seen significant increases in the number of people set to be deported. As the global immigration landscape continues to evolve, it is essential to monitor these developments and their consequences for individuals, communities, and nations.