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South Africa’s Ambassador seeks “direct dialogue” with U.S.
South Africa is seeking "direct dialogue" with Washington to break a stalemate in tense diplomatic ties, the ambassador told AFP Monday, October 26, 2026, as Pretoria sought to avoid exclusion…
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He Bowed, Trembled and Prostrated. By Chidi Amuta
Special to USAfrica magazine (Houston) and USAfricaonline.com, the first Africa-owned, US-based newspaper published on the…
The Man Without a Price, Ralph Obiọha (Ọkpụrụisizuruọha II). By Elsie-Bernadette Onubogu
Special to USAfricaonline.com, the first African-owned, U.S.-based newspaper published on the internet and USAfrica magazine.…
USAfrica: Obama blasts Trump as an agent of “chaos and cruelty and corruption”
USAfricaonline.com: U.S. former President Barack Obama, campaigning on October 24, 2026 at one of his…
What Does a Man Really Gain from Marriage? Rethinking the Value of Marriage in Modern Society. By Johnson Ihemeremadu
Special to USAfrica magazine (Houston) and USAfricaonline.com, the first Africa-owned, US-based newspaper published on the…
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U.S. green card renewal delays surge
U.S. green cardholders are now facing unprecedented delays when renewing or replacing their permanent resident cards. New data from U.S.…
Canada raises proof of funds for express entry applicants
Prospective immigrants eyeing permanent residence in Canada under the Express Entry system will need to meet new financial requirements following…
U.S. to end TPS for Hondurans, and Nicaraguans
In a decision that could upend the lives of more than 70,000 Central American nationals living lawfully in the United…
Judge halts Trump’s attempt to end TPS for Haitians
A federal judge on Tuesday, July 1, 2025, rejected the Trump administration’s attempt to terminate Temporary Protected Status (TPS) and…
U.S. authorizes citizenship revocation for naturalized offenders
The U.S. government has introduced a new policy enabling the revocation of citizenship for naturalized Americans convicted of specific criminal…
Scotland unveils new visa plans to tackle labour shortage
In an effort to address persistent workforce shortages and population decline, the Scottish Government has outlined plans for a set…
Germany to end global visa appeal process
Beginning July 1, 2025, Germany will officially discontinue its worldwide visa appeal mechanism, known as the remonstration procedure, affecting all…
Cuba extends validity of tourist cards
Cuba has extended the validity of its physical tourist cards through December 31, 2025, as part of a broader effort…