The United Kingdom is set to repatriate “illegal migrants and criminals” from three African countries after finally securing their governments’ commitment..Read The Complete/ Original.
Namibia and Angola earlier agreed on returns after the threat of visa penalties, but the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) delayed coordination efforts since late 2025.
To pressure the DRC, Britain stripped its officials and other VIPs of preferential visa treatment and revoked fast-track visa processing services for all nationals.
The UK said the decision of the nations to take back their people proved the effectiveness of the visa ban threat and the reforms set out last November.
The government stated that countries that refuse to cooperate cannot expect a normal visa relationship. Further threats are expected against difficult countries.Read The Complete/ Original.
