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Immigration

US Weighs New OPT Fees as Proposal Clears White House Review
Immigration

US Weighs New OPT Fees as Proposal Clears White House Review

A proposal that could introduce fees for the US Optional Practical Training (OPT) programme has completed review by the White House regulatory office, but no new fee has been imposed.US Immigration and Customs Enforce…

Sep 15, 2026
USCIS Plans to End 60-Day Grace Period for Nonimmigrant Workers, Affecting African Diaspora
Immigration

USCIS Plans to End 60-Day Grace Period for Nonimmigrant Workers, Affecting African Diaspora

The United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has announced plans to abolish the 60-day grace period for certain nonimmigrant workers, a move that could significantly impact African professionals, inc…

Sep 14, 2026
US Introduces Fixed Stay Limits for International Students
Immigration

US Introduces Fixed Stay Limits for International Students

New US immigration rules taking effect on 15 September 2026 will replace the long-standing “duration of status” system for international students with fixed admission periods.Under the current system, F-1 students can…

Sep 14, 2026
US Court Overturns End of Automatic EAD Extensions for H-1B Spouses
Immigration

US Court Overturns End of Automatic EAD Extensions for H-1B Spouses

A U.S. federal court has overturned a decision to end automatic Employment Authorization Document (EAD) extensions for spouses of H-1B visa holders in a case that could impact thousands, including African immigrants r…

Sep 14, 2026
Canada Sets New Rules for Foreign Workers
Immigration

Canada Sets New Rules for Foreign Workers

Canada has outlined the conditions foreign nationals must meet to work legally in the country, including requirements on work permits, renewals and changes in employment.Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (I…

Sep 14, 2026
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Kenyan Creator Warns of Fake Green Card Email Scam
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Kenyan Creator Warns of Fake Green Card Email Scam

A Kenyan digital creator has warned social media users about a fraudulent email claiming he had won a US Green Card despite never entering the Diversity Visa Lottery.Eric Mboya shared the warning on Facebook after rec…

Sep 14, 2026
Afghan Woman Deported from US in First Use of 'Alien Terrorist' Court
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Afghan Woman Deported from US in First Use of 'Alien Terrorist' Court

In a landmark decision that underscores the complex intersection of immigration and national security, the United States has deported an Afghan woman using a court process designed for 'alien terrorists.' The woman, w…

Sep 13, 2026
USCIS Reaches H-2B Visa Cap for First Half of Fiscal Year 2027, Impacting Seasonal Workers
Immigration

USCIS Reaches H-2B Visa Cap for First Half of Fiscal Year 2027, Impacting Seasonal Workers

The United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has announced that it has reached the congressionally mandated cap for H-2B visas for the first half of the fiscal year 2027. This development, reported o…

Sep 12, 2026
ACLU Demands Release of Green Card Holder Detained by ICE in Kentucky
Immigration

ACLU Demands Release of Green Card Holder Detained by ICE in Kentucky

The American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) has filed a legal request for the release of a lawful permanent resident who has been held by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) for over a year. The individual, w…

Sep 12, 2026
Trump Administration Proposes Cut to H-1B Visa Grace Period, Affecting African Professionals
Immigration

Trump Administration Proposes Cut to H-1B Visa Grace Period, Affecting African Professionals

In a significant policy development, the administration of U.S. President Donald Trump has proposed a reduction in the grace period for H-1B visa holders and other non-immigrant visa categories. This change, announced…

Sep 12, 2026
US Foreign Workers Could Be Forced to Leave Immediately After Losing Jobs
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US Foreign Workers Could Be Forced to Leave Immediately After Losing Jobs

The Trump administration has proposed ending the 60-day grace period for skilled foreign workers who lose their jobs in the United States, requiring them to leave the country when their employment ends.The measure, si…

Sep 12, 2026
Kenya's Crackdown on Foreign Traders Sparks Fear Among Migrants
Immigration

Kenya's Crackdown on Foreign Traders Sparks Fear Among Migrants

In a move that has ignited fear among foreign traders, Kenyan authorities have embarked on a crackdown aimed at regulating non-citizen business activities. This initiative is taking place amidst growing concerns over…

Sep 12, 2026
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Cognizant Faces H-1B Fraud Investigation and Green Card Freeze, Impacting Tech Professionals
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Cognizant Faces H-1B Fraud Investigation and Green Card Freeze, Impacting Tech Professionals

In a significant development that could affect professionals in the tech industry, the U.S. Department of Homeland Security has launched an investigation into Cognizant Technology Solutions for alleged H-1B visa fraud…

Sep 11, 2026
DHS Proposes Elimination of 60-Day Grace Period for H-1B, L-1, O-1, E, and TN Visa Holders
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DHS Proposes Elimination of 60-Day Grace Period for H-1B, L-1, O-1, E, and TN Visa Holders

The United States Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has announced a proposal to eliminate the 60-day grace period currently granted to holders of H-1B, L-1, O-1, E, and TN visas. This change, if implemented, could…

Sep 10, 2026
US Tightens H-1B and L-1 Visa Fee Rules
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US Tightens H-1B and L-1 Visa Fee Rules

The US Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has expanded the circumstances in which certain employers must pay fees for H-1B and L-1 visa petitions, increasing costs for large companies that rely heavily on foreign w…

Sep 10, 2026
Ex-USCIS Officer Arrested in Texas for Allegedly Accepting Cash to Approve Immigration Benefits
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Ex-USCIS Officer Arrested in Texas for Allegedly Accepting Cash to Approve Immigration Benefits

A former officer of the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has been arrested in Texas for allegedly accepting cash payments in exchange for approving and fast-tracking immigration benefits, as…

Sep 10, 2026
Trump Administration Proposes Excluding Certain Immigrants From US Census
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Trump Administration Proposes Excluding Certain Immigrants From US Census

In a significant policy shift, the Trump administration has proposed a new measure aiming to exclude certain immigrants from the U.S. census count used for determining the allocation of seats in the House of Represent…

Sep 9, 2026
Uganda: Ruto Directive Triggers Exodus of Foreign Traders At Uganda-Kenya Border
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Uganda: Ruto Directive Triggers Exodus of Foreign Traders At Uganda-Kenya Border

A directive by Kenyan President William Ruto has led to a significant movement of foreign traders at the Uganda-Kenya border. The policy mandates that small-scale businesses operated by foreign nationals must have the…

Sep 9, 2026
US Judge Orders USCIS to Resume Frozen Immigration Cases for 39 Countries
Immigration

US Judge Orders USCIS to Resume Frozen Immigration Cases for 39 Countries

In a significant development affecting immigrants from 39 countries, a United States immigration judge has ordered the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) to restart processing previously frozen immigrat…

Sep 9, 2026
Kenya's Crackdown on Foreign Traders Sparks Xenophobia Concerns
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Kenya's Crackdown on Foreign Traders Sparks Xenophobia Concerns

In a move that has stirred fears of xenophobia, Kenyan President William Ruto has ordered a crackdown on foreign nationals working as street hawkers. The directive, aimed at regulating the informal trade sector, has r…

Sep 9, 2026
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