IOC sounds alarm over harsh US visa vetting barring African stars

African sports leaders gathered in Kenya to address these logistical nightmares...

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The International Olympic Committee (IOC) is raising concerns with the US government regarding stringent visa vetting processes that have hindered African athletes and officials from participating in international events, potentially jeopardizing their involvement in the 2028 Los Angeles Games.

The IOC is actively working with US authorities and the 2028 Los Angeles Olympic Games Organising Committee to address strict visa requirements that have previously led to denials for athletes and teams.
Yassine Yousfi, IOC's Head of the Entourage Unit, highlighted the ongoing issues with visa approvals, citing examples from the Fifa World Cup.
New US visa requirements affect citizens of over 20 countries, predominantly in Africa, due to security and identity-sharing concerns.

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