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Liberian Immigrant Convicted of Naturalization Fraud and Ordered Removed from U.S.

Liberian Immigrant Convicted of Naturalization Fraud and Ordered Removed from U.S.

A Liberian immigrant has been convicted of naturalization fraud, leading to his denaturalization and a judicial order for his removal from the United States, as reported by the United States Citizenship and Immigratio…

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Canada: Why International Graduates Are Finding It Harder to Secure Permanent Residence

Canada: Why International Graduates Are Finding It Harder to Secure Permanent Residence

International graduates in Canada are facing tougher competition for permanent residence as immigration thresholds rise and hundreds of thousands of Post-Graduation Work Permits (PGWPs) approach expiry.The Canadian Ex…

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U.S. Court Orders Trump Administration to Reinstate 2027 Green Card Lottery

U.S. Court Orders Trump Administration to Reinstate 2027 Green Card Lottery

In a significant legal development, a U.S. federal court has mandated the administration of President Donald Trump to reinstate the 2027 Diversity Visa Lottery, commonly known as the Green Card Lottery. The decision…

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Trump Administration Proposes Tougher H-1B Visa Renewal Reviews

Trump Administration Proposes Tougher H-1B Visa Renewal Reviews

The Trump administration has put forward a proposal to implement more rigorous reviews for H-1B visa renewals, as reported by Newsweek. This move could significantly impact professionals, including those from Kenya, w…

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USCIS to Increase Immigration Fees from October 16, Affecting Kenyan Diaspora

USCIS to Increase Immigration Fees from October 16, Affecting Kenyan Diaspora

The United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has announced an increase in certain immigration fees, set to take effect on October 16, 2026. This change is expected to impact many immigrants, includin…

Oct 14, 2026▶ Listen

DHS Proposal to Remove Deference to Previous H-1B Approvals Could Impact Kenyan Professionals

DHS Proposal to Remove Deference to Previous H-1B Approvals Could Impact Kenyan Professionals

The United States Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has proposed a significant change to H-1B visa processing that could impact numerous Kenyan and other African professionals working in the U.S. or planning to im…

Oct 13, 2026▶ Listen

USCIS Denies 35,767 Green Card Applicants’ Work Permits as Rejection Rate Hits 44%

USCIS Denies 35,767 Green Card Applicants’ Work Permits as Rejection Rate Hits 44%

US Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) recorded higher denial rates across several major immigration categories between April and June 2026, including work permits, family-sponsored petitions, temporary work…

Oct 13, 2026▶ Listen

Number of Kenyans Gaining Canadian Permanent Residence Rises by 51% in Seven Months

Number of Kenyans Gaining Canadian Permanent Residence Rises by 51% in Seven Months

Kenyan nationals secured 1,010 Canadian permanent residence grants between January and July 2026, up from 670 during the same period in 2025, even as Canada recorded an overall decline in new permanent residents.Figur…

Oct 13, 2026▶ Listen

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US Citizen Faces Denaturalization Over Alleged Misrepresentation

US Citizen Faces Denaturalization Over Alleged Misrepresentation

A legal filing has been made in an Illinois court seeking the denaturalization and deportation of Emmanuel Tayo Akinkunmi, a Chicago man who became a U.S. citizen 15 years ago. The complaint, filed on October 7, 2026…

Oct 12, 2026▶ Listen

US Investigates Harvard, Yale and Seven Other Universities Over J-1 Visa Misuse

US Investigates Harvard, Yale and Seven Other Universities Over J-1 Visa Misuse

The US Department of Labour has launched an investigation into the J-1 visa programmes of nine leading American universities, issuing subpoenas to examine whether the institutions have complied with immigration rules…

Oct 12, 2026▶ Listen

At least 109 dead, over 100 missing as migrant boat capsizes off Djibouti

At least 109 dead, over 100 missing as migrant boat capsizes off Djibouti

At least 109 people have been confirmed dead and over 100 are missing following the capsizing of a migrant boat off the coast of Djibouti. The tragic incident occurred near Guhere, where the vessel was carrying more t…

Oct 11, 2026▶ Listen

US Judge Restores Biometric Checks for Detained Immigrants Seeking Legal Status

US Judge Restores Biometric Checks for Detained Immigrants Seeking Legal Status

A US federal judge has temporarily blocked a Trump administration policy that prevented many detained immigrants from completing biometric checks required for immigration applications, restoring access to the process…

Oct 10, 2026▶ Listen

Canada Warns Visa Applicants of Four Red Flags in Immigration Scams

Canada Warns Visa Applicants of Four Red Flags in Immigration Scams

Canada’s immigration authorities have warned visa and permanent residence applicants about scams involving fake officials, fraudulent documents and promises of guaranteed approval.Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship…

Oct 10, 2026▶ Listen

Thousands of Foreign Workers Face Green Card Delays as US Halts Key Immigration Process

Thousands of Foreign Workers Face Green Card Delays as US Halts Key Immigration Process

The US Department of Labour has halted key stages of the employment-based green card process for several major technology and outsourcing companies, including Microsoft, Adobe, Infosys and Tata Consultancy Services, l…

Oct 9, 2026▶ Listen

US Deportations to African Countries Unlawful and Exploit Suffering, Says Rights Group

US Deportations to African Countries Unlawful and Exploit Suffering, Says Rights Group

The United States has come under scrutiny for its deportation policies after a human rights organization criticized the country for its treatment of migrants from African nations. According to Human Rights Watch (HRW)…

Oct 8, 2026▶ Listen

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Lawsuit Challenges U.S. Policies Threatening Green Card Applicants with Family Separation

Lawsuit Challenges U.S. Policies Threatening Green Card Applicants with Family Separation

A new legal challenge has been launched against the U.S. administration, targeting policies that threaten to separate families of green card applicants. The lawsuit, filed by the American Immigration Lawyers Associati…

Oct 8, 2026▶ Listen

US Suspends Microsoft from Green Card Program Over H-1B Visa Issues

US Suspends Microsoft from Green Card Program Over H-1B Visa Issues

The United States has suspended Microsoft from its green card program for workers on H-1B visas, a decision that could significantly affect the tech giant and its employees. The announcement was made by U.S. Vice Pres…

Oct 8, 2026▶ Listen

Judge Orders Release of Louisville Woman Detained by ICE After Green Card Interview

Judge Orders Release of Louisville Woman Detained by ICE After Green Card Interview

A federal judge has ordered the immediate release of a woman from Louisville, Kentucky, who was detained by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) following a green card interview. The incident highlights ongo…

Oct 6, 2026▶ Listen

Trump Administration Proposes Increase in H-1B Visa Wage Floors

Trump Administration Proposes Increase in H-1B Visa Wage Floors

The Trump administration has unveiled a proposal to increase the prevailing wage floors for H-1B visa holders, a policy change that could significantly impact African immigrants and other foreign workers in the United…

Oct 6, 2026▶ Listen

Proposed U.S. H-1B Bill Introduces $250,000 Fines for Employers

Proposed U.S. H-1B Bill Introduces $250,000 Fines for Employers

A new legislative proposal in the United States could impose significant financial penalties on employers who misuse the H-1B visa program, with fines reaching up to $250,000. This development, reported by Newsweek, i…

Oct 6, 2026▶ Listen

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