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US Open Doors to 130,000 Foreign Workers with Extended Three-Year H-2B Visas
Immigration

US Open Doors to 130,000 Foreign Workers with Extended Three-Year H-2B Visas

In a decisive step to alleviate labour shortages across several US industries, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and the Department of Labor (DOL) have announced the allocation of an additional 64,716 H-2B vis…

Dec 3, 2024
EB-5 Program: How Noncitizens Can Secure Permanent US Residency
Immigration

EB-5 Program: How Noncitizens Can Secure Permanent US Residency

In a strategy aimed at enhancing the US economy through overseas investments, immigration law offers a pathway for specific noncitizens to secure lawful permanent residency, better known as a Green Card. The EB-5 Immi…

Dec 2, 2024
5 Million Temporary Residents Face Potential Departure from Canada
Immigration

5 Million Temporary Residents Face Potential Departure from Canada

Immigration officials in Canada are preparing for a major transition as Canada approaches the expiration of nearly five million temporary permits by the end of 2025. Immigration Minister Marc Miller has addressed the…

Dec 2, 2024
Woman Dies Refusing Raw Fish and Sea Water on Migrant Boat
Immigration

Woman Dies Refusing Raw Fish and Sea Water on Migrant Boat

The family of Fathi Hussein, a beauty salon owner from Somalia's capital, Mogadishu, is in deep mourning after her tragic death at sea. Fathi’s attempt to reach the French island of Mayotte, facilitated by migrant smu…

Dec 1, 2024
US Allocates 64,716 Additional Visas for Foreign Workers in Key Industries
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US Allocates 64,716 Additional Visas for Foreign Workers in Key Industries

The US Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and the Department of Labour (DOL) have announced an expansion of the H-2B visa program. The move is aimed at alleviating critical labour shortages in several industries. T…

Nov 30, 2024
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Denied a Schengen Visa? Here's Your Complete Guide to Recovery
Immigration

Denied a Schengen Visa? Here's Your Complete Guide to Recovery

The year 2023 saw a marked increase in the popularity of European destinations among global travelers leading to a rise in Schengen visa applications. According to a report from the European Commission, India emerged…

Nov 29, 2024
Stricter Regulations Proposed to Protect Foreign Workers in the UK
Immigration

Stricter Regulations Proposed to Protect Foreign Workers in the UK

The United Kingdom is set to introduce comprehensive employment regulations aimed at preventing the exploitation of foreign workers through a proposed Employment Rights Bill. The proposed legislation introduces more s…

Nov 29, 2024
How Canada Prepares Border for Potential US Immigrant Surge
Immigration

How Canada Prepares Border for Potential US Immigrant Surge

As the United States anticipates Donald Trump's potential return to the presidency, Canada is strategically preparing its border security and immigration policies to mitigate potential transnational impacts. The Canad…

Nov 27, 2024
US Immigration Alert: Fake USCIS Officials Targeting Vulnerable Applicants
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US Immigration Alert: Fake USCIS Officials Targeting Vulnerable Applicants

United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has issued a critical advisory warning foreigners about escalating scams involving agency impersonation. The warning highlights fraudulent activities conducte…

Nov 27, 2024
US Embassy Kenya Unveils Strict Protocol for Non-Immigrant Application
Immigration

US Embassy Kenya Unveils Strict Protocol for Non-Immigrant Application

The United States Embassy in Kenya has announced an important modification to its visa application process, set to commence on December 2, 2024. This comprehensive reform introduces a mandatory verification protocol f…

Nov 26, 2024
Why US Universities Want Foreign Students to Return Before January
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Why US Universities Want Foreign Students to Return Before January

As President-elect Donald Trump prepares to take office, US universities are urgently advising international students and staff to return to campus before his January inauguration. The academic community is experienci…

Nov 26, 2024
Why It Would Take a Lifetime to Deport NYC's Migrant Criminals
Immigration

Why It Would Take a Lifetime to Deport NYC's Migrant Criminals

The New York City Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) director has sounded a critical alarm regarding the proliferation of migrant criminal elements within the city. Kenneth Genalo has delivered the assessment i…

Nov 25, 2024
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Immigration Services Overwhelmed as Trump's Return Sparks Legal Status Rush
Immigration

Immigration Services Overwhelmed as Trump's Return Sparks Legal Status Rush

The prospect of Donald J. Trump's return to the presidency has triggered widespread anxiety within immigrant communities across the United States. As the president-elect reaffirms his commitment to extensive deportati…

Nov 24, 2024
African Trade Unions File UN Complaint Over Gulf Worker Abuse
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African Trade Unions File UN Complaint Over Gulf Worker Abuse

African trade unions have drawn attention to the serious human rights abuses faced by African migrant workers in Saudi Arabia and other Gulf countries. They have filed formal complaints with the United Nations Working…

Nov 24, 2024
US Embassy Introduces New DS-160 Verification Protocol for Kenyan Visa Applicants
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US Embassy Introduces New DS-160 Verification Protocol for Kenyan Visa Applicants

The United States Embassy in Kenya has announced a significant modification to its visa application process, introducing a mandatory DS-160 verification requirement effective December 2, 2024. The new directive specif…

Nov 23, 2024
New Partnership Eases Passport Services for US and Canadian Travelers
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New Partnership Eases Passport Services for US and Canadian Travelers

VFS Global and RushMyPassport have joined forces to make it easier for US and Canadian citizens to get their passports. This collaboration combines VFS Global's extensive government service expertise with RushMyPasspo…

Nov 21, 2024
No Passport, No Problem: CS Mutua Pledges Support for Kenyans Seeking Overseas Jobs
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No Passport, No Problem: CS Mutua Pledges Support for Kenyans Seeking Overseas Jobs

Kenya's Labour Cabinet Secretary Alfred Mutua has provided reassurance to young job seekers regarding international employment opportunities. The CS notes that passport unavailability will not hinder their prospects o…

Nov 21, 2024
How Russian Language Classes Are Building Kenya-Russia Relations
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How Russian Language Classes Are Building Kenya-Russia Relations

Vivian Maina, a tutor at the Russian Open Centre, is passionate about teaching young Kenyans the Russian language and culture. She represents a growing initiative that introduces young Kenyans to Russian language and…

Nov 20, 2024
Los Angeles Defies Trump Deportation Agenda, Declares Itself an immigration Sanctuary
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Los Angeles Defies Trump Deportation Agenda, Declares Itself an immigration Sanctuary

The city of Los Angeles, second only to New York in population among US cities, has taken decisive steps to counter anticipated immigration policies of the incoming Trump administration. The city council's recent pass…

Nov 20, 2024
Kenya Offers 217 Scholarships for Studies in China and Hungary
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Kenya Offers 217 Scholarships for Studies in China and Hungary

The Ministry of Education in Kenya has announced the availability of 217 scholarships for Kenyan students wishing to study abroad. The scholarships, offered by the governments of China and Hungary, are available for u…

Nov 19, 2024
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