What to Do if ICE Is in Your Community (A Simple Guide for African Immigrants in the U.S.)

Apr 7, 2026

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Fourth Circuit affirms the value of the Freedom of Information Act.

FROM THE DESK OF EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR, SHARIFA KALOKOLA October 23, 2025 Fourth Circuit affirms the value of the Freedom of Information Act. The Fourth Circuit Court of Appeals in Richmond, VA published a ruling in Louise Trauma Center v. USCIS, 147 F.4th 495 (4th Cir. 2025), a case involving the… Listen ⇢
What African Asylum Seekers Can Learn from the Cruz-Medina Case

October 17,2025 From the Desk of the Executive Director On October 7, 2025, U.S. District Judge Adam B. Abelson issued a 24-page opinion in Cruz-Medina v. Noem (Case No. 25-cv-01768, District of Maryland), granting a preliminary injunction to protect Jose Cruz-Medina, a man from Honduras, from being deported to Mexico… Listen ⇢
Asylum officer questions asked September 2025, of an activist from the Ivory Coast:

From the Desk of Executive Director September 12, 2025 Asylum officer questions asked September 2025, of an activist from the Ivory Coast: Do you remember what your WRITTEN STATEMENT is? How did you prepareit? did anyone help you? how did he help you? He looked at your statement, putit into… Listen ⇢
What African Immigrants Can Learn from the Case of Kilmar Abrego Garcia

From the Desk of the Executive Director September 9, 2025 The story of Kilmar Abrego Garcia, a Salvadoran man currently detained in Virginia, is making headlines in the U.S. His case shows both the opportunities and the risks that come with the asylum process. For African immigrants facing similar struggles,… Listen ⇢
Inside the Asylum Interview: Questions Faced by a Political Activist

Inside the Asylum Interview: Questions Faced by a Political Activist Posted on July 19, 2025By Sharifa Kalokola Seeking asylum in the United States is not just a legal process—it’s a deeply personal journey. For many, including activists escaping political persecution, the asylum interview can feel like a test of their… Listen ⇢
Seeking Asylum from Tanzania? Here’s What You Need to Know About the Current Political Climate

Tanzania’s Crackdown on Opposition Published on July 15, 2024 If you are a Tanzanian seeking asylum in the United States, it is important to present evidence that shows your life or freedom is threatened due to your political beliefs, association with opposition parties, or work as a journalist or activist.… Listen ⇢
Facing Your Asylum Interview? Here’s How to Prepare

FROM THE DESK OF EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR, SHARIFA KALOKOLA May 13, 2025 How to prepare for your asylum interview One way to prepare for your asylum interview is to read, and consider, questions that asylum officers asked other applicants. Maybe you will be asked the same questions. https://winyourasylumcase.blogspot.com is an online… Listen ⇢
The Long Journey for Safety: One Man’s Battle Against Deportation

In a case decided by the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Eleventh Circuit on August 7, 2020, Nidal Khalid Nasrallah, a Lebanese national and U.S. lawful permanent resident, challenged his deportation based on fears of torture if returned to Lebanon. He sought protection under the Convention Against Torture (CAT),… Listen ⇢
Bopaka v. Garland: How Inconsistencies Can Derail an Asylum Case

April 1, 2025 Applying for asylum in the United States is a complex process that requires applicants to provide consistent and credible evidence to support their claims of persecution. In the case of Bopaka v. Garland, the petitioner learned this the hard way. His case was ultimately denied due to several… Listen ⇢

Our Inspiration

Inspired by the vision and values of Julius Kambarage Nyerere, AIRC believes in the power of community, cooperation, and collective progress. The organization embraces principles of solidarity and shared responsibility to strengthen African immigrant voices and build supportive networks that help individuals and families thrive. Through advocacy, civic engagement, and community collaboration, AIRC works to create a more informed, connected, and empowered African immigrant community across the United States.