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The United Nations has publicly condemned the Kenyan government for its interference in the resettlement of LGBTQ+ refugees to Western nations, notably Canada. This obstruction leaves many of these vulnerable individuals trapped in dangerous situations within refugee camps and safe houses across…
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A Massachusetts man has been sentenced to prison for his involvement in a counterfeit green card and Social Security card scheme. Wilberto Sandoval Mazariego, 41, from Chelsea, has received a one-month prison sentence followed by six months of home confinement, as announced by the Department of…
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Kenya has introduced a comprehensive policy framework aimed at facilitating international job placements for its educators. This initiative, developed by the Teachers Service Commission (TSC) in collaboration with the State Department of Diaspora Affairs, targets 17 countries with a significant…
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In a significant reform of the UK's immigration framework, the government is set to introduce a digital eVisa system, eliminating the reliance on physical immigration documents. This transition, aimed at enhancing efficiency, security, and convenience for travellers and visa holders, will be…
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Kenya's Ambassador to Germany Stella Mokaya has urged the nation's youth and graduates to capitalize on the increasing educational and employment opportunities available in Germany. Her remarks were delivered during a Digital Career Fair organized by Mount Kenya University (MKU), which sought to…
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The Heritage Foundation, a prominent conservative think tank, has presented a detailed blueprint for reforming the US immigration system as the incoming Republican Congress prepares to assume power. This proposal, crafted by Lora Ries, director of the organization's Border Security and Immigration…
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The United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has officially reached its limit for H-1B visa petitions for the fiscal year 2025. This cap encompasses the standard allocation of 65,000 visas available for general applicants, as well as an additional 20,000 specifically reserved for…
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For immigrants and undocumented migrants in the United States, understanding one’s rights during an encounter with US Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) is vital. ICE, a federal agency within the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), is responsible for enforcing immigration laws,…
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As the Trump administration prepares to take office on January 20, 2025, crucial changes to US immigration policies are anticipated, The anticipated changes include visa categories such as the EB-5, H-1B, and pathways to green cards. The potential implications of these shifts are particularly…
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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 visas for the fiscal year 2025. This addition supplements the existing quota of 66,…