A Nigerian correctional officer working with the Texas Department of Criminal Justice (TDCJ) in the United States, Jonmorgan Obinna Onyekwere, has been arrested and charged with official oppression. Onyekwere, who works at the department’s Memorial Unit, was reportedly arrested by the TDCJ Office of Inspector General and taken to the Brazoria County jail. Official oppression involves a public official unlawfully using their authority to mistreat someone or violate their right

Nigerians living in Canada have commended the Minister of Interior, Dr Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, the Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS) and the Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NiDCOM) for the successful completion of a passport intervention programme that served 2,233 applicants across five Canadian provinces. The intervention was organised as part of the Nigeria Diaspora Economic Conference (NiDEC) in Toronto and ran from August 12 to September 4, 2026. Passport services were tak

The Malawian government has announced plans to assist its citizens in South Africa following reports of violence and intimidation targeting African migrants in some communities across the country. In a statement issued by Malawi’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, authorities said they are closely monitoring developments and working through diplomatic channels to support Malawians who may have been affected by the unrest. According to the ministry, of

Ireland has updated its immigration requirements for foreign students, introducing stricter guidelines for those planning to study in the country for more than 90 days. According to new directives issued by Ireland Immigration Service Delivery, all non-European Economic Area (EEA) nationals intending to pursue long-term academic programmes must secure a long-stay study visa before travelling to Ireland. Applications are expected to be submitted from the applicant’s country of

The Mozambican government has confirmed that five of its citizens were killed during a wave of anti-immigrant violence in South Africa, raising concerns over growing tensions linked to protests against undocumented migration. According to authorities in Maputo, the victims were among hundreds of Mozambicans affected by unrest that erupted in the Western Cape town of Mossel Bay over the weekend. Two additional Mozambican nationals reportedly died in a separate road accident wh

The Ghanaian government has dismissed reports circulating online that Cambodian authorities had ordered citizens of several African countries, including Ghana, to leave the country by the end of May or face legal consequences. In a statement released on Friday, Ghana’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs clarified that the alleged immigration directive being shared across social media platforms did not originate from any official Cambodian institution. The ministry said it immediatel

The government of Romania has introduced a €100 million financing initiative aimed at encouraging citizens living abroad to establish and grow businesses back home, in a renewed push to tap into diaspora capital and expertise. The programme, branded “Diaspora Invests at Home,” is being rolled out by the Ministry of Finance Romania and is positioned as the country’s first structured funding mechanism exclusively targeting entrepreneurs from the Romanian diaspora. Under the sch

The first group of Ghanaian nationals evacuated from South Africa has arrived safely in Ghana following renewed waves of anti-immigrant tensions that triggered emergency consular action by authorities. About 300 citizens were received at the Kotoka International Airport in Accra on Wednesday, where government officials assured them of immediate reintegration support and structured assistance packages designed to help them resettle and rebuild their livelihoods. Officials said

The Ghanaian government has confirmed the rescue and return of 28 citizens who were reportedly trapped in a cross-border human trafficking operation based in Côte d’Ivoire. Authorities said the group safely arrived in Ghana on Sunday and are currently cooperating with investigators as efforts continue to uncover those behind the trafficking network. Government officials disclosed that the victims had allegedly been deceived with promises of relocation opportunities and better

Cyril Ramaphosa has defended South Africa’s immigration policies while strongly condemning xenophobia and violence against foreign nationals. The South African president said some citizens are contributing to the country’s migration challenges through corrupt practices and the exploitation of undocumented migrants. In a statement released by the presidency on Monday, Ramaphosa accused certain South Africans of helping undocumented migrants gain access to public benefits throu

The Government of Ghana has formally called on the African Union to address the recurring xenophobic attacks against African migrants in South Africa at its upcoming mid-year coordination meeting scheduled for June 2026. In a diplomatic communication sent to the Chairperson of the African Union Commission, Ghana’s Foreign Affairs Minister, Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa expressed concern over repeated incidents of violence targeting African nationals living in South Africa. Accordin

Hundreds of Malians living in France assembled in Montreuil, a suburb of Paris, in a public demonstration of solidarity with their home country as security conditions deteriorate following a wave of coordinated attacks. The gathering, held on Monday, brought together members of the diaspora concerned about the surge in violence across Mali. Participants expressed deep anxiety over the safety of relatives and communities affected by the recent offensives involving jihadist gro

The Kenyan shilling recorded a mild appreciation against major global currencies last week, supported largely by steady diaspora remittances and stable foreign exchange demand conditions. Market data indicated that the local currency remained relatively resilient despite a slight dip in foreign reserves. Against the US dollar, the shilling strengthened marginally by about 0.1% week-on-week, averaging KES 129.19 per dollar. The movement reflected a broadly balanced forex marke

The Togolese government has introduced a new national strategy aimed at strengthening the economic role of its citizens living abroad, in a move designed to channel diaspora resources into national development. The policy, approved in Lomé last week, marks an updated framework for engaging Togolese communities overseas, replacing an earlier plan introduced more than a decade ago. Officials say the new approach is intended to transform diaspora contributions from scattered ind

The Iranian government has come under scrutiny after its embassy in London circulated a message urging Iranians living in the United Kingdom to register support for a controversial national campaign tied to the country’s ongoing conflict in the Middle East. The message, shared on the embassy’s official communication channels, appealed to Iranian nationals abroad to demonstrate solidarity with their homeland. It framed the initiative as a patriotic duty, encouraging participa

The government of Germany has introduced a new online visa application portal aimed at modernising and simplifying the visa request process for applicants worldwide. The platform is part of a broader digital reform of consular services. The new system allows applicants to begin their visa applications online, upload required documents, and track the progress of their submissions in real time. Authorities say this reduces the need for multiple physical visits to embassies or v

Ghana recorded a sharp rise in diaspora remittances in 2025, with inflows hitting approximately $7.8 billion, more than double the previous year’s figure and significantly higher than foreign direct investment (FDI). Authorities say the trend underscores the growing financial influence of Ghanaians abroad but warn that much of the money is still being used for consumption rather than long-term economic development. Governor of the Bank of Ghana, Johnson Pandit Asiama, disclos

The government of Belgium has announced plans to transition its short-term work permit application process to a fully digital platform beginning May 1, 2026. The move marks a significant administrative shift aimed at improving efficiency in handling foreign worker documentation. Under the new arrangement, all applications for short-term and commuter work permits must be submitted exclusively through an official online portal. Employers and their authorised representatives wil

The governments of Azerbaijan and Mexico have formalised a new partnership aimed at strengthening collaboration on diaspora engagement and support for citizens living abroad. The agreement was reached during an official visit to Mexico by Fuad Muradov, who leads Azerbaijan’s State Committee on Work with Diaspora. His visit focused on expanding bilateral ties and exploring joint initiatives related to diaspora development. As part of his engagements, Muradov held talks with Ta

Kenya’s electoral body, the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission (IEBC), has announced plans to extend diaspora voter registration to 16 additional countries as part of preparations for the 2027 general elections. The new countries targeted include Saudi Arabia, Botswana, Oman, Australia, Sweden, Switzerland, the Netherlands, Ghana, Italy, the Democratic Republic of Congo, Nigeria, Ireland, Türkiye, Ethiopia, China, and Mozambique. The move is aimed at increasing p