Author: RACHAEL ADEEGBE

Nigel Farage has revealed a bold plan on migration that some are calling “genius,” and it might cause serious problems for Labour leader Keir Starmer. While most people don’t usually pay much attention to local councils, Farage has taken a smart step by helping Reform UK win control of 10 councils across the UK. This move could give his party a major boost before the next general election. Local councils may not seem powerful, but they manage big budgets, hire thousands of workers, and make decisions that affect people’s daily lives. Farage now has a strong presence in different parts…

A groundbreaking new study is drawing attention to the treatment of migrant workers in the tuna processing sector, revealing major recruitment issues that could affect the entire global seafood supply chain. The Responsible Recruitment Tuna study was unveiled during the Seafood Expo Global in Barcelona, Spain, and is being praised as a major step forward in addressing long-standing human rights concerns in the industry. The report, officially titled A Study into the Implementation of Responsible Recruitment Practices and the Employer Pays Principle (EPP) in the Global Tuna Processing Sector, was launched at an event hosted by the Seafood Ethics Action…

Sardinia, a popular island in Italy, has started a special legal program to bring in migrant workers for the tourism sector. This plan was launched to solve the shortage of workers during the busy summer months. It also goes beyond the usual limits set by Italy’s yearly immigration rules, allowing the island to bring in more workers than normally allowed. This new work visa program helps Sardinia hire skilled workers, especially in hotels and other parts of the tourism industry. It has strong support from business groups like NexumStp and Confcommercio Nord Sardegna. These organizations are working together to make…

In a major shift to its foreign labour policy, Malaysia has officially announced that migrant workers can now change jobs across different industries. This is a big change from the previous rule that allowed foreign workers to switch employers only within the same sector, and only in special situations. Home Minister Saifuddin Nasution Ismail said the decision was made to help both foreign workers and employers. The update was shared in a statement after he and Human Resources Minister Steven Sim co-chaired a high-level meeting on foreign worker management. According to Saifuddin, this new policy marks a turning point in…

The Trump administration is exploring new ways to carry out migrant deportations by negotiating with countries like Angola and Equatorial Guinea — nations far from the US and with no ties to the individuals being deported. According to internal government documents, the US is considering sending third-country migrants, including alleged gang members, to these African countries despite their lack of prior connection. This move is drawing heavy criticism from human rights advocates and legal experts who argue that these deals violate international protection standards and are more about deterring migration than solving immigration challenges. Deporting people to unfamiliar countries may…

The UK government is planning major changes to make it more difficult for migrants to gain permanent residency, as Prime Minister Keir Starmer aims to reduce immigration numbers. Under the current rules, migrants can apply for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after living and working in Britain for five years. However, the new proposal may increase that time to as much as 10 years for some migrants. This new policy is expected to be included in a broader immigration reform package soon to be released by the Home Office, according to a source familiar with the matter. The move is…

The World Health Organization (WHO) has honoured Ernakulam’s Bandhu Clinic as one of the top 140 global models promoting refugee and migrant health. This recognition highlights the clinic’s vital role in providing accessible healthcare to thousands of migrant workers in Kerala. Notably, Bandhu Clinic is one of only two Indian clinics featured in the WHO list. Launched to ensure affordable and timely primary healthcare for migrant workers, Bandhu Clinic is a mobile health unit that travels to labour camps, fish processing hubs, and other locations where inter-state migrants live and work. Its success has been especially evident during the COVID-19…

A federal judge in Boston has blocked a controversial plan by the Trump administration to deport migrants to Libya, citing serious violations of legal protections. The decision came after reports emerged that US officials were preparing to send migrants to the North African country despite its unstable conditions. US District Judge Brian Murphy issued the emergency order on Wednesday, saying the deportations would “clearly violate” a previous ruling that guarantees migrants’ rights to due process. He emphasized that the administration’s actions “blatantly” ignored his earlier decision, which requires officials to notify migrants in their own language and allow them time…

UN Women has launched a new Call for Proposals to support projects that promote social cohesion and integration between migrant and host community women in South Africa. The initiative, part of the Making Migration Safe for Women programme, invites local organizations to apply by the 19 May 2025 deadline. This funding opportunity is linked to three key outcomes: Under Outcome 2 of the programme, UN Women seeks a nationally registered organization to implement activities that promote peaceful coexistence in six communities located across Gauteng, the Western Cape, and other areas of concern. These activities include: The selected organization will be…

Five individuals have been charged after a tragic migrant boat accident off the coast of San Diego left three people dead, including a 14-year-old boy from India. Federal prosecutors said on Tuesday that the boy’s 10-year-old sister remains missing at sea and is presumed dead. Their parents, who were on the same boat, survived but were hospitalized, with the father currently in a coma. The boat capsized early Monday near Torrey Pines State Beach, about 35 miles north of the U.S.-Mexico border. Nine people were initially reported missing. By late Monday, all but the missing girl had been found by…