The recent amendments to US immigration policy have resulted in the arrest of at least 1 000 immigrants since a crackdown began in July. Under the new laws introduced by President Donald Trump, undocumented immigrants face arrest and deportation, even if they have lived in the United States for decades and have no criminal record.

The policy has prompted hundreds of lawsuits from immigrants challenging its legality. Asanda Beda spoke to Professor Christopher Isike, Director of the African Centre for the Study of the United States at the University of Pretoria, to unpack the implications of these changes.

The recent amendments to US immigration policy have resulted in the arrest of at least 1 000 immigrants since a crackdown began in July. Under the new laws introduced by President Donald Trump, undocumented immigrants face arrest and deportation, even if they have lived in the United States for decades and have no criminal record.
The policy has prompted hundreds of lawsuits from immigrants challenging its legality. Asanda Beda spoke to Professor Christopher Isike, Director of the African Centre for the Study of the United States at the University of Pretoria, to unpack the implications of these changes.

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US immigration overhaul sparks legal battles and global concern

UNICEF has issued a flash update on the escalating crisis in Jonglei state, South Sudan.

Following a government-ordered evacuation of Akobo town, tens of thousands of families have fled, hospitals have been looted and closed, and malnutrition rates among displaced children are alarmingly high.

Joining us now is Angela Travis, Chief of Communications for UNICEF South Sudan, to discuss the scale of the crisis and the urgent humanitarian response underway.

UNICEF has issued a flash update on the escalating crisis in Jonglei state, South Sudan.
Following a government-ordered evacuation of Akobo town, tens of thousands of families have fled, hospitals have been looted and closed, and malnutrition rates among displaced children are alarmingly high.
Joining us now is Angela Travis, Chief of Communications for UNICEF South Sudan, to discuss the scale of the crisis and the urgent humanitarian response underway.

UNICEF Warns of Deepening Humanitarian Crisis in Jonglei State After Mass Evacuation

We take a look now at the West Africa region, in terms of newa making healines, with Dr David Matsanga,  Political scientist and Conflict Resolution expert....

Talking Points:


-Nigeria has announced a renewed push onto the global stage, using President Bola Ahmed Tinubu's high-profile royal visit to strengthen diplomatic and economic ties.

-The United States has announced a major re-engagement with Africa, with Senegal signing onto a $12.6 billion health partnership as the 26th participating nation.

-Ghana has announced an emergency evacuation plan for its nationals in Qatar amid rising regional tensions.

-Algeria has announced its renewed engagement in the Sahel, aiming to boost cohesion within the Alliance of Sahel States.

-African nations have announced strengthened coordination on security and crisis response across key regions, focusing on stability and cooperation..

We take a look now at the West Africa region, in terms of newa making healines, with Dr David Matsanga, &nbsp;Political scientist and Conflict Resolution expert.... Talking Points:
 -Nigeria has announced a renewed push onto the global stage, using President Bola Ahmed Tinubu's high-profile royal visit to strengthen diplomatic and economic ties.
-The United States has announced a major re-engagement with Africa, with Senegal signing onto a $12.6 billion health partnership as the 26th participating nation.
-Ghana has announced an emergency evacuation plan for its nationals in Qatar amid rising regional tensions.
-Algeria has announced its renewed engagement in the Sahel, aiming to boost cohesion within the Alliance of Sahel States.
-African nations have announced strengthened coordination on security and crisis response across key regions, focusing on stability and cooperation..

West Africa Wrap with Dr David Matsanga,  Political scientist and Conflict Resolution expert

The Defend the Constitution Platform (DCP) in Zimbabwe has escalated its opposition to the controversial Constitutional amendment bill, which seeks to extend the tenure of the presidency and Parliament, by appealing to international organisations in an effort to block the proposed changes.

The move comes as Parliament prepares for public hearings on the bill later this month, which has heightened political tensions across the country.

The group's convener, Jameson Timba says the DCP has written to the Southern African Development Community (SADC) ,the African Union (AU)and the United Nations to express concerns over Constitutional Amendment Bill Number Three.

The Defend the Constitution Platform (DCP) in Zimbabwe has escalated its opposition to the controversial Constitutional amendment bill, which seeks to extend the tenure of the presidency and Parliament, by appealing to international organisations in an effort to block the proposed changes.
The move comes as Parliament prepares for public hearings on the bill later this month, which has heightened political tensions across the country.
The group's convener, Jameson Timba says the DCP has written to the Southern African Development Community (SADC) ,the African Union (AU)and the United Nations to express concerns over Constitutional Amendment Bill Number Three.

US immigration overhaul sparks legal battles and global concern

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