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 smugglers, ended in disaster at sea, exposing the increasingly dangerous nature of…

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. This temporary final rule (TFR) will make available an additional 64,716 H-2B visas…

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 as one of the top contributors, submitting over 950,000 applications and…

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 severe penalties for employers who breach visa regulations or minimum wage…

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 Canadian government is particularly focused on addressing the potential consequences of…

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 conducted through various communication channels, including social media, electronic mail…

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 for the DS-160 application, designed to enhance procedural efficiency and minimize…

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 experiencing significant anxiety regarding Trump's pledged large-scale deportation strategy…

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 in his first interview since Donald Trump's presidential election, expressing deep…

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 deportations and immigration restrictions beginning on his first day in office, foreign-…