Canada flags 17 African countries as high-risk in new travel advisory!

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Canada’s latest high-risk travel advisories, issued between November 13 and 15, 2025, represent one of its most extensive reassessments of security risks in Africa.

Nigeria World reports that the list covers 17 countries on the continent.

Over the three-day period, Global Affairs Canada issued or reaffirmed high-risk advisories for 34 countries worldwide. It cited escalating instability, fragile governance, and rising cross-border security threats.

The update aligns with a broader international trend of tightened mobility, security, and immigration policies, particularly among Western nations.

Canada says the expanded advisories reflect a mix of armed conflict, extremist violence, unstable political transitions, and rapidly changing conditions that make travel dangerous in some areas.

The advisories classify countries under two categories.

Avoid non-essential travel – Travellers should carefully weigh the necessity of travel for business, family, or personal reasons. Those already in the country should assess whether their presence is essential and consider leaving when safe.

Avoid all travel – Travel is strongly discouraged due to extreme risks to personal safety and security. Residents are advised to make safe departure arrangements if feasible.

African Countries on Canada’s Latest Travel Advisory

1. South Sudan

2. Burkina Faso

3. Central African Republic

4. Libya

5. Mali

6. Niger

7. Somalia

8. Sudan

Avoid Non-Essential Travel (with regional advisories)

9. Madagascar

10. Ethiopia