Author: RACHAEL ADEEGBE

The Trump administration has launched a major initiative to trace over 450,000 unaccompanied migrant children who entered the United States during Joe Biden’s presidency, saying the goal is to protect their well-being. However, rights advocates warn this move could instead lead to widespread surveillance and deportation of undocumented caregivers, placing vulnerable families at risk. Federal agents from Homeland Security and the FBI are now going door-to-door, checking on children and verifying the identity of adult sponsors. Officials claim they are responding to reports of misconduct and potential trafficking. But many families fear that these welfare checks are simply a front…

The UK government has released a new immigration white paper titled Restoring Control over the Immigration System, outlining sweeping reforms aimed at significantly reducing migration while strengthening the domestic workforce. Published on Monday, 12 May, by the Home Office, the 82-page document introduces new measures that target international recruitment, tighten immigration pathways, and boost the country’s long-term economic interests through a more skilled and selective approach. At the heart of the reform is a push to prioritize individuals who offer the greatest economic contribution to the UK. The government plans to raise the bar for skilled migration, re-emphasizing domestic training…

UK Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer has announced a sweeping reform of the UK’s immigration system. Describing it as “broken,” Starmer outlined new rules that would make it harder for migrants to gain long-term status, including tougher English tests and an extended settlement period. Under the proposed UK visa reform immigration system, all visa applicants and their adult dependants will now need to pass stricter English language exams. For the first time, adult dependants must also show basic language skills to support integration, find work, and avoid exploitation. According to the Oxford University Migration Observatory, over 90% of migrants already…

Cambodia has welcomed a new phase of an important EU-funded programme that protects migrant workers in fishing, seafood processing, and aquaculture. The programme is called “Ship to Shore Rights South-East Asia: Safe Migration for Decent Work in the Blue Economy,” and it has now entered its third phase, running from 2025 to 2028. A key meeting was held in Phnom Penh on May 8, where government officials, employers, workers, and civil society groups came together. They discussed ways to improve the lives and working conditions of Cambodian migrants who work in the fishing and seafood supply chain. This new phase…

A Mexican migrant who was found unconscious in a remote area of South Texas has died after being treated for nearly two weeks in a hospital. U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) shared the details of the case on Wednesday. The man was discovered on September 20 in a rural part of Dimmit County, which is located about 43 miles southeast of Eagle Pass and 17 miles from the Mexican border. He was not alone — someone who was with him called for help, saying they were both lost and that the man had passed out and was shaking. When…

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…