Kenya: Govt Clarifies Kuwait Has Not Imposed New Ban On Kenyan Workers

The government has dismissed reports that Kuwait has imposed a new ban on Kenyan workers, clarifying that recent changes announced by Kuwaiti authorities do not amount to fresh… Read more »

Kenya: Canada Issues Immigration Advisory to Kenyan Football Fans Ahead of FIFA World Cup Kickoff

Kenyan football fans planning to travel to Canada for the FIFA World Cup 2026 have been warned that possessing a match ticket does not guarantee automatic entry into the country. Read more »

Africa: U.S. to Cut Africa Visa Processing Centres By More Than Half in Immigration Crackdown

The United States is preparing to significantly reduce the number of diplomatic missions across Africa that can process visa applications, a move expected to affect thousands of… Read more »

South Africa: First Ghanaians Set to Be Repatriated From South Africa Over Anti-Immigrant Protests

Ghanaian authorities are repatriating the first group of 800 citizens they say have registered to be flown home from South Africa on Wednesday morning. Read more »

Ethiopia: EU Lifts Visa Restrictions On Ethiopia Citing Cooperation On Migrant Readmissions

The Council of the European Union has lifted restrictive visa measures imposed on Ethiopia in 2024, citing significant improvements in Addis Ababa's cooperation on the readmission… Read more »

South Africa: Ghana to Evacuate 300 From South Africa Over Anti-Immigrant Protests

Ghana says it will evacuate 300 citizens from South Africa following a recent wave of protests against foreign nationals. Read more »

Kenya: Kenyans in South Africa Urged to Carry IDs and Avoid Risk Areas Amid Xenophobic Attacks

The Kenya High Commission in Pretoria has issued a safety advisory urging Kenyans living in South Africa to remain vigilant following recent demonstrations that have reportedly… Read more »

Kenya: JKIA Immigration Officer Released After Prosecution Withdraws Case

An immigration officer stationed at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA) has been released after the prosecution withdrew charges that had been filed against him over alleged… Read more »

Kenya: DPP Secures Arrest Warrant for JKIA Immigration Officer in Human-Trafficking Case

The Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP) has secured a warrant of arrest against a Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA) immigration officer who failed to… Read more »

Kenya: U.S. Issues Visa Warning to Kenyans Over Fraud, Overstays

The United States has issued a fresh warning to Kenyans over visa misuse, cautioning that abuse of the system could lead to tougher restrictions even as thousands continue to… Read more »

Kenya: Boniface Mwangi Demands Answers On 'Sale' of Kenyan Passports to Foreigners

Human rights activist and presidential aspirant Boniface Mwangi has sparked controversy after publishing a list of foreigners he claims were issued Kenyan passports under direct… Read more »

Kenya: NIS, DCI Report Alleges Immigration, Embassy Officers Aiding War Recruitment Ring

NAIROBI, Kenya, Feb 18 -- A joint investigation by the National Intelligence Service (NIS) and the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) has uncovered a disturbing network… Read more »

Kenya: IOM Reaffirms Partnership With Kenya to Advance Human Mobility and Migration Governance

The International Organization for Migration (IOM) has reaffirmed its partnership with Kenya following the presentation of credentials by its new Chief of Mission, Nomagugu Ncube,… Read more »

Kenya: Kenya Safely Repatriates 18 Citizens From Russia Recruited to Fight Against Ukraine

The Kenyan government has successfully rescued and repatriated 18 of its citizens from the Russian Federation following distress calls linked to alleged recruitment into the… Read more »

Kenya: Seven Kenyans Arrested in Jo'burg Over Illegal Work On 'Refugee' Applications

South Africa's Department of Home Affairs has arrested seven Kenyan nationals who were found illegally working while in the country on tourist visas, following a targeted law… Read more »

Kenya: 26 Suspects - Including Chiefs and Immigration Officers - Arrested Over Illegal Issuance of Govt Documents

At least 26 people, among them chiefs, clerks, and officers from key government departments, are set to face charges after being arrested for facilitating the illegal and… Read more »

Africa: Trump Threatens to 'Permanently Pause Migration From All Third World Countries' in Escalating Anti-Immigration Rhetoric

U.S. President Donald Trump has vowed to "permanently pause migration from all Third World Countries," escalating his hardline immigration stance amid renewed attacks on Somali and… Read more »

Kenya: Maraga Warns Ruto's Labour Migration Depleting Country of Talent, Vows to Do Better

Former Chief Justice and presidential hopeful David Maraga has warned that Kenya risks repeating Africa's historical trauma of enslavement by exporting its youth abroad in search… Read more »

Kenya: Koome Touts Strides in Refugee, Migration Law As Kenya Hosts Global Conference

Chief Justice Martha Koome has highlighted major gains made by Kenya's Judiciary in strengthening refugee and migration law, calling on judges worldwide to deepen cooperation,… Read more »

Kenya: Over 200 Judges Converge in Nairobi for Global Forum On Refugee and Migration Law

More than 200 judges from around the world have gathered in Nairobi for the 14th World Conference of the International Association of Refugee and Migration Judges (IARMJ), a key… Read more »

Kenya: Kenya and Russia Move to Formalize Framework for Migration Amid Concerns Over Irregular Conscriptions

Kenya and Russia are working towards formalizing a framework to facilitate regular migration between the two countries, in a move aimed at enhancing protection for Kenyan nationals… Read more »

Kenya: High Court Gives AG 14 Days to File Response in Besigye Deportation Challenge

The High Court has ordered the Attorney General to file responses within 14 days in the case in which Ugandan opposition leader Kizza Besigye is challenging his deportation from… Read more »

Africa: Trump Rails Against UN, Migration and Climate Policies in Fiery Address

US President Donald Trump used his first address to the United Nations General Assembly since beginning his second term to launch a blistering critique of the world body, migration… Read more »

Kenya: Ruto Launches Global Live Coverage of Wildebeest Migration in Masai Mara

President William Ruto on Thursday launched the 2025 Great Wildebeest Migration global live coverage at the Masai Mara, in partnership with China Media Group Africa, as part of… Read more »

Kenya: Maasai Mara Joins the World Book of Records, UK for Greatest Wildlife Migration

Big news from the wild: The Maasai Mara National Reserve has officially been inducted into the World Book of Records (UK)--recognised globally as the site of the "World's Greatest… Read more »