Author: RACHAEL ADEEGBE

The far-right political party Alternative for Germany (AfD) has caused a big controversy in Germany. A local branch of the party in Karlsruhe gave out fake plane tickets to migrants, telling them they would be deported to their “safe country of origin.” The tickets had a date of February 23, the same day as Germany’s national election, and included the message, “In your home country, it’s also nice.” This stunt has angered many people, including political leaders from different parties. The AfD’s leaders, like Alice Weidel, have been pushing for stronger actions to deport migrants. At a recent event, Weidel…

A video showing schoolgirls welcoming refugees to Wales has sparked new controversy, reigniting debates about grooming gangs. The video, created by a South Wales school and shared by the Welsh Refugee Council (WRC), has been criticized for allegedly using children inappropriately to promote migration. The video, which was first released in 2023, was quickly removed. However, it has resurfaced recently, attracting attention from figures like tech billionaire Elon Musk. Musk suggested that the video was being used to “encourage migrant men to come to Wales.” Former Welsh Conservative leader Andrew RT Davies criticized the video, accusing Welsh Labour ministers of…

After the Syrian civil war started in 2011, Doaa Al Zamel and her family fled to Egypt to find safety. They stayed there for three years, but life as refugees became harder. In 2014, Doaa and her fiancé decided to try a dangerous journey to Europe. However, their trip turned into a nightmare when traffickers deliberately rammed their overcrowded boat, causing it to sink. Tragically, 500 people died, including her fiancé. Doaa survived because of her strong will. She spent four days alone in the Mediterranean Sea, holding two small children who had been given to her by families who…

Prime Minister Keir Starmer will host Iraqi Prime Minister Mohammed Shia’ Al Sudani at Downing Street on Tuesday. The two leaders will discuss key issues, including migration and a major new trade deal. One of the key outcomes of the meeting will be the announcement of a £12.3 billion export agreement. This deal is almost ten times larger than last year’s trade between the UK and Iraq. It will create big opportunities for British businesses and strengthen the economic partnership between the two countries. Starmer highlighted the importance of secure borders as part of his “Plan for Change.” He announced…

A new migrant shelter, set to open in the Bronx by the end of January, will have the capacity to accommodate 2,200 people. Although the exact location remains undisclosed due to legal restrictions, city officials confirmed that the shelter will be situated near Bruckner Boulevard. This facility will primarily house single men who are currently staying at Randall’s Island. The move is part of a broader strategy to address the growing migrant population in New York City. The opening of this new shelter follows the city’s announcement that 46 migrant shelters will close by June. In addition to this, the…

Delhi Police’s Anti-Narcotics Squad has arrested two people and seized a large amount of heroin during a targeted operation in the South-East District. The operation, which took place in the Jangpura Extension area, was based on information received by the police. The two arrested individuals were Hamidul, an illegal Bangladeshi migrant, and Naseema, his maternal aunt. The police acted on a tip-off and managed to apprehend them. The operation began with the arrest of Hamidul. After searching his home, the police found 75 grams of heroin. The police then continued their investigation and arrested Naseema. In total, the police seized…

BPJS Ketenagakerjaan has confirmed that it will offer death benefits and educational scholarships to the children of Nurhayati, an Indonesian migrant worker who tragically lost her life in Malaysia. This support underscores the organization’s commitment to protecting active participants in its program. Nurhayati, a 38-year-old woman from Gitgit Village in Bali, was reportedly a victim of violence before her death. The news of her passing spread widely on social media, with her relative, Srimulyani Devi, calling for donations to help bring her body back to Indonesia. According to Nelson Hasudungan, the head of BPJS Ketenagakerjaan in Buleleng, Nurhayati had been…

The South Australian Government has teamed up with Master Builders SA to address the state’s construction industry workforce shortages. This partnership aims to support critical housing projects and public infrastructure development. The $500,000 Build Connect program will directly link skilled migrant workers with employers in the construction industry. The initiative is expected to create over 200 employment opportunities by: Skilled migration, both onshore and offshore, is a key strategy to address the immediate demand for construction workers. The initiative will help deliver major projects like the T2D Project, the new Women’s and Children’s Hospital, and South Australia’s first large-scale hydrogen…

Asylum applications in the European Union, Norway, and Switzerland dropped by around 12% in 2024, according to a report by the European Union Agency for Asylum (EUAA). The Malta-based agency recorded just over 1 million initial applications last year, compared to 1.14 million in 2023. These figures included applications from the 27 EU member states, Norway, and Switzerland, as reported by German news agency DPA and Welt am Sonntag. Germany remained the most popular destination for asylum seekers, with 235,925 initial applications submitted in 2024. However, this represented a significant decrease of 30.2% compared to 2023, according to data from…

Migrants face unique challenges when it comes to accessing higher education. However, many organizations and institutions offer scholarships specifically designed to support migrants, refugees, and asylum seekers. These scholarships aim to provide financial relief, making education more accessible and empowering individuals to build a better future. Here’s a look at some of the scholarship opportunities available to migrants around the world. 1. United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) Scholarships The UNHCR offers various scholarship programs aimed at supporting refugees in their pursuit of higher education. These scholarships are designed to help refugees access educational opportunities in host countries, providing…