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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US suspends visas for 12 African countries, names the affected nations

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Australia lists 23 countries whose citizens qualify for Work and Holiday visas

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Australia has disclosed identical $659,090 salaries for its Army, Navy and Air Force chiefs, revealing how the country pays its top military leaders each year.

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Australia pauses Subclass 462 Work and Holiday visa applications for Brazil and Mongolia as annual caps near limits, with allocations set at 500 and 100 visas.

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FBI Director Kash Patel says Operation Blackout led to 28 arrests in Ghana and Nigeria, dismantled scam networks and uncovered trafficked workers and $11m.

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UK lists eight free NHS services for overseas visitors, including emergency and disease care and support for survivors of violence, regardless of nationality.

UK introduces new airport entry system for international travellers

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The UK is rolling out contactless eGates at 13 airports, using facial recognition to speed border checks by up to 25%, with all 13 upgraded by early 2027.

China names 7 categories of foreigners eligible for permanent residence

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China sets out seven categories for foreigners seeking permanent residence, with rules covering investors, professionals, family ties, income and residency.

Australia lists 8 reasons foreigners may have their visas denied or cancelled

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Australia has published eight grounds for failing its visa character test, covering criminal records, terrorism links, hate crimes and risks to public safety.

Thailand lists income conditions for foreigners applying for its long-term visa

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Thailand’s LTR visa sets the USD 80,000 income threshold for high-skilled professionals, with science or technology master’s holders eligible from USD 40,000.

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