Ghana has completed a large-scale evacuation programme for citizens affected by recent xenophobia-related incidents in South Africa, with nearly 1,000 people repatriated as government officials shift focus to reintegration, employment and social support. ACCRA, Ghana — Ghana’s government has completed…
Thirty-two Ghanaian nationals have been listed in a United States Department of Homeland Security database highlighting non-citizens arrested for serious alleged offences as immigration authorities expand enforcement operations. Legal experts and researchers, however, caution that inclusion in the database does…
Foreign Affairs Minister Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa says Ghana has formally questioned South Africa’s commitment to tackling recurring xenophobic attacks while dismissing claims that Ghanaians are involved in organised criminal activity in the country. ACCRA, Ghana — Ghana has formally challenged…
Born to a Ghanaian father and Irish mother, Kanya King transformed the British music industry through the MOBO Awards, creating opportunities for generations of Black artists and helping reshape cultural representation in the UK. LONDON — Kanya King, the founder…
A federal judge has invalidated immigration restrictions affecting applicants from 39 countries, including more than two dozen in Africa, ruling that the measures unlawfully delayed asylum, work permit, green card and citizenship decisions. WASHINGTON, DC — A federal judge has…
A US federal court has sentenced Kelvin Owusu Nkwantabisa to 17 years in prison for his role in a transnational business email compromise scheme that authorities said stole more than US$38 million from victims across the United States and abroad.…
The Ghana Federation of American Football and Ghana’s embassy in Washington, D.C., have launched a partnership aimed at strengthening diaspora engagement ahead of the Black Stars’ 2026 FIFA World Cup campaign while exploring youth development and sporting exchange opportunities. No…
US authorities have renewed warnings that travellers carrying bushmeat into the United States risk confiscation, fines and possible enforcement action. The advisory has particular relevance for Ghanaian and African diaspora communities as international travel continues to increase. WASHINGTON, D.C. —…
President John Dramani Mahama has met King Charles III at Buckingham Palace during a high-level visit aimed at attracting investment, strengthening trade ties and deepening cooperation between Ghana and the United Kingdom. The meeting comes as Ghana seeks to accelerate…
President John Mahama has urged African countries to deepen cooperation, advance reparatory justice efforts and strengthen continental integration, arguing that Africa’s future prosperity depends on unity and collective action. Ghanaian president urges African nations to deepen cooperation, advance reparations efforts…
A federal judge ordered the release of a Ghanaian woman and her young son after they spent more than a week in detention at Washington Dulles International Airport following her disclosure that she intended to seek asylum in the United…
The Ghanaian government has received the first group of evacuees returning from South Africa after renewed anti-foreigner tensions triggered fears among migrant communities. Officials pledged reintegration support, financial assistance and continued diplomatic engagement. ACCRA — Ghanaian authorities on Wednesday received…
The first group of Ghanaian nationals registered for voluntary repatriation has departed South Africa after weeks of anti-migrant protests heightened fears of renewed xenophobic violence and insecurity. JOHANNESBURG, South Africa — The first group of Ghanaian nationals registered for voluntary…
The Ghana Immigration Service (GIS) says the new digital visa platform is expected to speed up traveller processing, strengthen border controls and support tourism and investment. ACCRA, Ghana — Ghana will begin nationwide electronic visa processing next week after the…
Why Immigration Rules Are Tightening Across the West Western governments are currently overhauling their migration frameworks to address a combination of border pressures, labour market concerns, and national security interests. In the United Kingdom, the government is focusing on stricter…
