Philip Boateng Kessie

Education: B.A Communication Studies, UCC (2014-2018) Google News Initiative, AFP Digital Investigation Techniques (2023) Lab Course In Advanced Digital Reporting and Fighting Misinformation (2024)

Experience: Reporter, Graphic Communication Group Limited (2018-2019), Scooper News (2020-2022), YEN.com.gh (since 2022)

Philip Boateng Kessie is the Head of the Diaspora Affairs Desk at YEN.com.gh, where he has worked since 2022. He has over eight years of journalism experience and holds a bachelor's degree in Communication Studies from the University of Cape Coast. Philip previously served as Head of the Human Interest Desk at YEN.com.gh and has also worked as a reporter for Graphic Communications Group Limited (GCGL) and a content writer for Scooper News. He also holds certificates in Advanced Digital Reporting and Fighting Misinformation. Email: philip.kessie@yen.com.gh

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UAE announces 60-day residency rule foreigners should know before relocating

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Canada announces proof-of-funds requirement for single PR applicants

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Poland announces qualification foreigners must meet to become Polish citizens

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Denmark publishes income requirement for foreigners applying for study visas

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Norway introduces website where foreigners can find jobs and relocate abroad

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UK lists 19 nationalities exempt from English test for citizenship applications

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US proposes ending 60-day grace period for H-1B and visa workers

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The DHS proposed rule on 6 August 2026 seeks to eliminate the 60-day grace period for foreign workers on H-1B, L-1, and other visas after job loss.

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US introduces app to assist illegal migrants who want to leave the country voluntarily

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DHS promotes the CBP Home app for undocumented immigrants to self-deport voluntarily, part of the Trump administration's immigration enforcement strategy.

US tells foreigners under protection status to leave as New York begins dismissing Haitian workers

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The US Department of Homeland Security warns Haitians with terminated Temporary Protected Status to either leave voluntarily or face deportation.

Canada lists red flags sponsors must look out for before sponsoring a spouse

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Canada's IRCC warns about marriage fraud, highlighting red flags for spousal sponsorship. Detecting fake marriages is vital to prevent criminal charges.

Australia announces minimum citizenship test score for foreigners in 2026

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Australia has outlined the minimum score that immigrants must achieve to pass the citizenship test, a mandatory requirement to become Australian citizens

US announces citizenship test score foreigners need to pass for citizenship

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The United States has updated the rules for the 2025 Naturalisation Civics Test. Applicants must now answer at least 12 of 20 questions correctly.

Netherlands opens job website for foreigners seeking work and earning euros

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The Netherlands has launched a jobs portal for foreigners to find work and relocate, addressing labour shortages and streamlining job searches for skilled workers.

UAE announces income requirement foreigners must meet for permanent residence

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The UAE sets monthly income thresholds for foreign nationals applying for permanent residence, varying by housing provision, with minimums of AED 3,000 or AED 4,000.

UK announces annual income foreigners need to qualify for permanent residence

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The UK government clarifies that foreign nationals on Skilled or Care Worker visas must earn a minimum of £41,700 annually for permanent residence eligibility.

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