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Green Card Lines Begin to Move Again, Offering Relief to Thousands of Immigrants
March 18, 2026
Jollof and Egusi:  Nigerian Flavors on your Plate and Taste Palette
March 15, 2026
How Somalis in St. Paul, MN and Columbus, OH Are Navigating a New Political Climate
March 14, 2026
Staying Out of Trouble with ICE
March 13, 2026
Two Immigrant Women Driving Innovation in Canada
March 13, 2026
Record Night, Remarkable Journey: Bam Adebayo’s Path to NBA Stardom
March 13, 2026

Green Card Lines Begin to Move Again, Offering Relief to Thousands of Immigrants
By AFRICAN METRO NEWS   March 18, 2026

The March 2026 Visa Bulletin by the U.S. Department of State is now offering something that has been in short supply for much of the past two years: A momentum for immigrants categorized under “Rest of World,” a designation that includes most African countries

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Adewale Adénlé’ bestrides cultural dualities with visual Arts and scholarly exploration
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Jollof and Egusi:  Nigerian Flavors on your Plate and Taste Palette
By AFRICAN METRO NEWS   March 15, 2026

A decade ago, dishes like Egusi Soup and Jollof rice were mostly found in Nigerian households or a handful of West African restaurants scattered across major cities. Today, they have become fixtures of the North American food scene, embraced by Millennials and Gen Z who are eager for bold flavors and authentic global cuisine.

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Green Card Lines Begin to Move Again, Offering Relief to Thousands of Immigrants

March 18, 2026March 18, 2026 AFRICAN METRO NEWS

The March 2026 Visa Bulletin by the U.S. Department of State is now offering something that has been in short supply for much of the past two years: A momentum for immigrants categorized under “Rest of World,” a designation that includes most African countries

Jollof and Egusi:  Nigerian Flavors on your Plate and Taste Palette

March 15, 2026March 15, 2026 AFRICAN METRO NEWS

A decade ago, dishes like Egusi Soup and Jollof rice were mostly found in Nigerian households or a handful of West African restaurants scattered across major cities. Today, they have become fixtures of the North American food scene, embraced by Millennials and Gen Z who are eager for bold flavors and authentic global cuisine.

How Somalis in St. Paul, MN and Columbus, OH Are Navigating a New Political Climate

March 14, 2026March 15, 2026 AFRICAN METRO NEWS

Across both cities, survival is not just about policy—it is about daily resilience. Many young Somali Americans, born or raised in the U.S., find themselves translating not only English words for their parents, but also the meaning of political debates and news headlines.

Staying Out of Trouble with ICE

March 13, 2026March 14, 2026 AFRICAN METRO NEWS

For newcomers—One question that often arises quietly in living rooms and in WhatsApp groups is: How do you stay out of ICE trouble? The answer lies partly in law, partly in preparation, and partly in simple common sense.

Two Immigrant Women Driving Innovation in Canada

March 13, 2026March 14, 2026 AFRICAN METRO NEWS

Across Canada, a new generation of immigrant innovators is redefining what leadership looks like in science, medicine, and technology. Among them are two young but remarkable Nigerian Canadian trailblazers—Adeola Olubamiji and Chika Stacy Oriuwa.

Record Night, Remarkable Journey: Bam Adebayo’s Path to NBA Stardom

March 13, 2026March 14, 2026 AFRICAN METRO NEWS

The night of March 10, 2026, started like an ordinary game night in Maimi Fl, until it became an historic night for the Miami Heat, and for center Edrice Femi ” Bam ” Adebayo

The “Naija Hawks” Who Powered Seattle to Superbowl Victory

March 11, 2026March 11, 2026 AFRICAN METRO NEWS

In an electrifying display of grit, skill, and determination often seen on the streets of Lagos and Aba, four Seatle Seahawk players of Nigerian origin, carved their names in NFL history by conquering the February 2026 Super Bowl victory

Adewale Adénlé’ bestrides cultural dualities with visual Arts and scholarly exploration

March 10, 2026March 15, 2026 AFRICAN METRO NEWS

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Breaking News
Green Card Wait Times Drop
March 2026 Visa Bulletin Brings Relief for Skilled Workers and Employers
EB-2 and EB-3 Priority Dates Advance • Some Categories Now Current • Backlogs Ease

By African Metro News Desk | March 2026

Foreign nationals across the United States—and the employers who sponsor them—are seeing a wave of optimism following the release of the March 2026 Visa Bulletin by the U.S. Department of State. The latest update signals meaningful progress in reducing long-standing green card backlogs, particularly for employment-based immigrants.

Major Movement in EB-2 and EB-3 Categories

The biggest gains come in the highly sought-after employment-based second and third preference categories (EB-2 and EB-3), which include professionals such as engineers, healthcare workers, teachers, and IT specialists—many of whom are African immigrants working across North America.

Priority dates have advanced between 2 and 17 months, significantly shortening wait times for applicants both in the U.S. and abroad.

In a major breakthrough, some EB-2 categories—including applicants from Mexico, the Philippines, and “Rest of World”—are now listed as “current”, meaning no backlog for adjustment of status applications for the first time in years.

What This Means for Immigrants

  • More immigrants can now apply for permanent residence
  • Approved applicants may finally move forward after long delays
  • Families waiting for reunification could see faster timelines

A Boost for African Professionals

For African immigrants—many of whom fall under the “Rest of World” category—this development is particularly significant. Thousands of professionals in healthcare, technology, and academia may now see their green card timelines accelerate.

Employers Urged to Stay the Course

“The system moves in waves—what we’re seeing now is more like a surge than a trickle.”

Data Box: Visa Bulletin Key Terms

Priority Date: Your place in the green card queue

Current: No waiting line—applications can proceed immediately

Retrogression: When visa demand exceeds supply

EB-2 / EB-3: Employment-based visa categories

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Afrobeats Is Rewriting the Night in Toronto

AFRICAN METRO NEWS

On any given weekend in Toronto, the city’s heartbeat shifts to a West African rhythm. From Queen Street loft parties to packed venues along Dundas West, Afrobeats has become the unofficial soundtrack of a new, confident generation of Black diaspora.

DJs blend Burna Boy with local Nigerian-Canadian artists, while dancers form circles, trading moves that travel from Lagos to London to Toronto in a single night. It’s more than a trend—it’s a cultural homecoming for many who grew up between worlds, searching for sounds that reflect both their roots and their realities.

Pop-up brunches, fashion-forward day parties, and live band showcases are turning Afrobeats into a lifestyle scene. Stylists, photographers, and food vendors all plug into the same energy, building a creative economy around the music. In Toronto, Afrobeats isn’t just played—it’s lived, worn, and shared, one dance floor at a time.

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