16/04/2025
Trump Administration Proposes Closure of 30 U.S. Diplomatic Posts, Including African Missions
The Trump administration is reportedly considering a sweeping move to shut down nearly 30 U.S. diplomatic missions abroad, including embassies and consulates across Africa, in a proposed budget plan aimed at cutting government spending.
According to documents reviewed by CNN, the proposed closures include 10 embassies and 17 consulates globally, with at least eight of them based in Africa. Among the African embassies potentially affected are those in Lesotho, the Republic of Congo, the Central African Republic, and South Sudan.
While earlier social media reports claimed that U.S. consulates in Douala, Cameroon, and Durban, South Africa were also set to close, these specific locations have not been officially confirmed in the documents.
The move, part of the Trump administration’s proposed fiscal year 2026 budget, is said to reflect a broader effort to reduce the footprint of the U.S. State Department and prioritize spending efficiency.
However, the State Department has not issued any formal statement confirming which missions will close, stating only that operations continue as usual and any changes will be announced through official government channels.
If implemented, the closures could significantly impact diplomatic relations, trade, and consular services in the affected regions.
The proposal is still under review and would require Congressional approval before taking effect.
