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U.S. to tighten ESTA requirements, mandate social media disclosure
Travelers using the Visa Waiver Program (VWP) to enter the United States may soon face stricter data disclosure requirements, as the U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) moves to expand…
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U.S. Congressional Recognition for Chido Nwangwu on USAfrica’s 25 years of “service truly worthy of the respect”
On what set the networks on its pedestal, Dr. Chido Nwangwu noted that “USAfrica is respected for…
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USAfrica: Anambra State honours its heritage icons (Ojukwus), business titans (Ibetos) on Dec 16; Chimamanda, Mikel Obi, Chido Nwangwu get Ambassador of Excellence award
ANAMBRA HONOURS ITS HERITAGE ICONS, HIGH-ACHIEVERS AND BUSINESS TITANS ON DECEMBER 16; Chimamanda Adichie, Mikel…
Why U.S President Obama must not reduce resources to Africa from the war on AIDS. By HE Festus Mogae
Africa is at a crossroads with AIDS-we can finish the job and win this fight…
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U.S. proposes $20K fast-track for ‘Green Card’ applicants
Efforts to reform the United States' complex and often sluggish immigration system are gaining renewed momentum. U.S. Representatives Maria Elvira…
Australia updates English test and score requirements for visa applicants
As of August 7, 2025, individuals planning to live, work, or study in Australia will face updated English language test…
U.S. to enforce visa bond pilot for high-risk travelers
In a move aimed at tightening immigration controls, the United States will soon implement a pilot program that requires certain…
Senegal introduces E-visa payment for non-African visitors
Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko has confirmed that individuals arriving from non‑African countries, as well as nationals of African states that require…
Switzerland enforces rigid Schengen visa document limits
Switzerland’s visa outsourcing partner, VFS Global, has introduced a stringent new document-only policy for Schengen visa applications submitted through its…
Kuwait tightens work‑permit oversight for expatriate employees
In a bid to streamline approvals and curb fraud in the labour market, the Public Authority for Manpower (PAM) in…
U.S. faces backlash over migrant child treatment
In recent months, disturbing testimonies from detained immigrant children have resurfaced, underscoring the grim conditions within U.S. immigration facilities. Among…
U.S. Narrows Visa Interview Waiver Eligibility**
A sweeping change to the U.S. Department of State’s policy governing interview waivers for nonimmigrant visa applicants will take effect…