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The Green Card Route That Skips Labor Certification for Kenyan Nurses and Physical Therapists
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The Green Card Route That Skips Labor Certification for Kenyan Nurses and Physical Therapists

Most Kenyan nurses in the United States know the career ladder — CNA to RN to BSN to NP. Far fewer know that their profession sits on a short government list that removes one of the biggest obstacles on the employment…

Oct 22, 2026▶ Listen
US Universities Could Face $70,000 Fee for Recommending International Students for OPT
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US Universities Could Face $70,000 Fee for Recommending International Students for OPT

American universities could face a major new expense when recommending international students for work authorisation under a proposed Department of Homeland Security rule that would introduce a $70,000 fee for initial…

Oct 22, 2026▶ Listen
US Expands Social Media Screening as 52 Kenyans Face Visa Revocations
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US Expands Social Media Screening as 52 Kenyans Face Visa Revocations

The United States is expanding its scrutiny of foreign nationals’ online activity as part of its immigration enforcement efforts, with 52 Kenyans among those whose visas have been revoked during President Donald Trump…

Oct 22, 2026▶ Listen
Germany Changes B1 Exam Rules for Immigrants Seeking Language Certification
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Germany Changes B1 Exam Rules for Immigrants Seeking Language Certification

Germany will introduce stricter scoring rules for its Deutsch-Test für Zuwanderer (DTZ) from 1 November 2026, requiring candidates to demonstrate a minimum level of proficiency across all tested language skills to obt…

Oct 22, 2026▶ Listen
Trump's green card curbs test Indian tech workers' American dream
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Trump's green card curbs test Indian tech workers' American dream

Recent changes to the United States' immigration policies, led by President Donald Trump, are posing significant challenges for Indian tech professionals aspiring to permanent residency in the country. For many in Ind…

Oct 21, 2026▶ Listen
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Trump Administration's Green Card Freeze Raises Concerns in Bay Area Tech Community
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Trump Administration's Green Card Freeze Raises Concerns in Bay Area Tech Community

The Trump administration's recent decision to freeze the processing of green cards has raised significant concerns among tech workers and students in the Bay Area, including those from the Kenyan diaspora. The freeze…

Oct 21, 2026▶ Listen
Kenyan Teachers Could Find New Jobs as Bahamas Explores Recruitment
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Kenyan Teachers Could Find New Jobs as Bahamas Explores Recruitment

The Bahamas is considering recruiting teachers from Kenya to fill staffing gaps in its schools, following discussions between officials from the two countries. The proposal was discussed during a meeting involving Ken…

Oct 21, 2026▶ Listen
Haitian Migrants Changed This US Town - Trump's Deportation Drive is Reshaping it Again
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Haitian Migrants Changed This US Town - Trump's Deportation Drive is Reshaping it Again

The small town of Springfield, Ohio, has found itself at the center of the United States' ongoing immigration debate, influenced by President Donald Trump's policies. In a narrative that traces back several years, the…

Oct 21, 2026▶ Listen
Sudan and Ukraine TPS Work Authorization Extended by USCIS
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Sudan and Ukraine TPS Work Authorization Extended by USCIS

On October 20, 2026, the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) announced that work authorization for Temporary Protected Status (TPS) beneficiaries from Sudan and Ukraine will be maintained pendin…

Oct 20, 2026▶ Listen
Green Card Applicants Face 336-Day Wait as US Labour Backlogs Grow
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Green Card Applicants Face 336-Day Wait as US Labour Backlogs Grow

The US Department of Labor (DOL) is taking an average of 336 days to review permanent labour certification applications, while more than 45,000 prevailing wage requests remain pending, adding to delays for foreign pro…

Oct 20, 2026▶ Listen
New US Bill Proposes H-1B Salary Threshold Increase to $140,000, Impacting Kenyan Professionals
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New US Bill Proposes H-1B Salary Threshold Increase to $140,000, Impacting Kenyan Professionals

The United States is considering a significant change to its H-1B visa program, which could have far-reaching effects for Kenyan and African professionals working in the country. A new bill proposes increasing the sal…

Oct 20, 2026▶ Listen
US Launches Online Portal for Reporting Suspected Visa Fraud
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US Launches Online Portal for Reporting Suspected Visa Fraud

The US Department of State has launched an online portal allowing members of the public to report suspected visa fraud, as American authorities strengthen efforts to detect and investigate immigration-related offences…

Oct 20, 2026▶ Listen
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Three Green Card Lottery Mistakes That Could Derail Your Plans to Move to the US
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Three Green Card Lottery Mistakes That Could Derail Your Plans to Move to the US

US-based Kenyan content creator Terry Clarice has urged Green Card Lottery winners to avoid selling property prematurely, delaying document preparation and failing to plan ahead, warning that selection does not guaran…

Oct 20, 2026▶ Listen
U.S. Department of Justice Charges 28 Green Card Holders in California for Alleged Voter Fraud
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U.S. Department of Justice Charges 28 Green Card Holders in California for Alleged Voter Fraud

The U.S. Department of Justice has charged 28 green card holders in California with allegations of voter fraud. The charges were announced on October 19, 2026, highlighting serious accusations against these permanent…

Oct 19, 2026▶ Listen
Australia Blocks Many Temporary Visa Holders from Switching to Student Visas
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Australia Blocks Many Temporary Visa Holders from Switching to Student Visas

Australia has tightened student visa rules from 2 October 2026, restricting applications from temporary visa holders already in the country and introducing stricter conditions for students seeking to bring family memb…

Oct 19, 2026▶ Listen
DV-2027 Green Card Lottery: Registration Set for November as Court Orders US Government to Act
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DV-2027 Green Card Lottery: Registration Set for November as Court Orders US Government to Act

A US federal court has ordered the State Department to proceed with the delayed DV-2027 Diversity Visa Lottery, setting new deadlines for registration and results while leaving the final visa issuance deadline of 30 S…

Oct 19, 2026▶ Listen
Proposed H-1B Fee Increase to $103,265 Sparks Concerns Among Employers and Visa Holders
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Proposed H-1B Fee Increase to $103,265 Sparks Concerns Among Employers and Visa Holders

The United States is considering a significant increase in the fees associated with the H-1B visa program, proposing a new fee of $103,265. This potential change, initially reported by SHRM Online and Buchanan Ingerso…

Oct 19, 2026▶ Listen
USCIS Ends 540-Day Automatic EAD Extension, Impacting Immigrants
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USCIS Ends 540-Day Automatic EAD Extension, Impacting Immigrants

The United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has announced a significant policy change that will end the 540-day automatic extension of Employment Authorization Documents (EAD) for several key catego…

Oct 18, 2026▶ Listen
Australia Introduces Stricter Student Visa Rules for International Students from October
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Australia Introduces Stricter Student Visa Rules for International Students from October

Australia will tighten student visa rules from 2 October 2026, restricting applications from within the country, narrowing eligibility for family dependants and introducing stricter requirements for students changing…

Oct 18, 2026▶ Listen
US Immigration Agency Warns of Rising Scams Targeting Immigrants: How to Protect Yourself
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US Immigration Agency Warns of Rising Scams Targeting Immigrants: How to Protect Yourself

US Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) is warning immigrants to remain alert against scams and fraud, saying applicants for immigration benefits are at particular risk of being targeted by individuals posing…

Oct 17, 2026▶ Listen