Immigration
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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)…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
16 Green Card Holders Arrested for False Citizenship Claims and Voting in the U.S.
The U.S. Department of Justice has announced the arrest of 16 green card holders for allegedly lying about their citizenship status and voting in American elections, an illegal act that violates federal law. The arres…
U.S. Justice Department Moves to Revoke Citizenship of 40 Individuals
In a significant development, the United States Department of Justice has initiated proceedings to revoke the citizenship of 40 foreign-born Americans, alleging that these individuals committed immigration fraud. Acco…
Federal Court Halts $100K H-1B Visa Fee Imposition
A federal court in the United States has temporarily blocked the proposed imposition of a $100,000 fee on H-1B visa applications. The decision, made on October 5, 2026, is a significant development for many foreign pr…
U.S. Judge Considers Reopening 2027 Green Card Lottery
A United States federal judge is currently deliberating on the potential reopening of the 2027 Diversity Visa Lottery, a program that grants permanent residency to people from countries with historically low rates of…