American colleges are exploring Africa as a new frontier for international student recruitment, as the number of Chinese students in the U.S. declines. A college fair in Senegal, organized by Louisiana State University's Samba Dieng, highlighted the growing interest in African students, who face limited capacity at local universities and may seek education abroad. Despite the potential, challenges include financial barriers, visa issues, and concerns about racial safety in the U.S. The fair and visits to elite schools in Ghana and Senegal are part of a broader strategy to diversify international student enrollment and compensate for the decrease in Chinese students, who have been a significant source of tuition revenue.