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Ghanaian Woman Wins Landmark Court Case Against UK Home Office in Visa Discrimination

Ghanaian Woman Wins Landmark Court Case Against UK Home Office in Visa Discrimination A scandal akin to Windrush has just been averted in the United Kingdom as a watershed high court ruling found the home secretary acted unlawfully by failing to provide documents to thousands of immigrants proving they are in the country legally. By the ruling, the Home Office is now compelled to provide such documents to those concerned, going forward. Ramfel, a charity organisation, brought the legal challenge along with Cecilia Adjei, a healthcare worker and mother of two boys aged 17 and 11, who went to Britain from Ghana in 2000.

By: Japa Nigeria
What Nigerians Should Know as Germany’s New Citizenship Law Launches

What Nigerians Should Know as Germany’s New Citizenship Law Launches More Nigerians will be looking to become German citizens now that the European country just launched a new law granting dual citizenship and naturalisation to Nigerians and other non-EU immigrants after five years of residence. This legislative change is part of Germany’s efforts to attract skilled workers around the globe and make the country more appealing for long-term settlement.

By: Japa Nigeria
Japa Update: Motor Mechanics, Plumbers, Electricians Needed in Austria Amid Labour Shortages

Japa Update: Motor Mechanics, Plumbers, Electricians Needed in Austria Amid Labour Shortages A major labour shortage in Austria has left nearly 200,000 job vacancies unfilled in the first quarter of 2024, according to Statistics Austria. The country’s official statistics agency reported an average of 196,400 vacancies, marking an 8.5% increase from the previous quarter, which saw 181,000 vacancies.

By: Japa Nigeria
Planning to Go Abroad? Here’s How Much You Need to Earn to Get A Work Visa

Planning to Go Abroad? Here's How Much You Need to Earn to Get A Work Visa While qualifications and experience are key, for many countries, your salary also plays a significant role in determining your eligibility. Landing your dream job abroad is exciting, but before you pack your bags, there's a crucial hurdle – the work visa. While qualifications and experience are key, for many countries, your salary also plays a significant role in determining your eligibility.

By: Japa Nigeria