# Africa: All of Africa Today

> UK threatens Eritrean visa ban as deportation dispute escalates.
- Title: Africa: All of Africa Today · Allafrica | Shortify
- Summary: UK threatens Eritrean visa ban as deportation dispute escalates. UK threatens to ban Eritrean nationals from entering UK unless Eritrea accepts more…
- Keywords: eritrea, deportation, visa, uk home secretary, shabana mahmood, east african country, foreign national offenders, migration experts, asylum seekers, repression, forced military conscription, Africa
- Source: Allafrica — https://allafrica.com/stories/202610160095.html
- Published: 2026-10-16T06:51:50+00:00
- Read time: 1 min
- Topics: uk, eritrea, deportation, visa, uk home secretary, shabana mahmood, east african country, foreign national offenders, migration experts, asylum seekers, repression, forced military conscription
## UK Threatens Visa Ban on Eritreans
UK Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood threatens to ban all Eritrean nationals from entering UK unless East Africa accepts more citizens facing deportation.

> UK will also stop fast-track visas for VIPs
## Eritrea Condemns UK Move
Eritrea calls UK's action a political gimmick, accusing UK of failing to engage in meaningful dialogue and disputing claims about cooperation on returns.

> The UK government maintains that Eritrea withdrew its cooperation earlier this year
## Migration Experts Question Effectiveness
Migration experts say restrictions may not work as many Eritrean asylum seekers qualify for protection due to repression and forced military conscription.

> They said that many Eritrean asylum seekers qualify for protection
## Ebola Outbreak in DR Congo
DR Congo's worst Ebola outbreak shows progress in Bunia with health workers intensifying community awareness campaigns.

> The outbreak has reportedly killed more than 4,000 people in five months
## Ebola Maternal Deaths Rise
Maternal deaths in Bunia rose from three to almost five per week due to fear of infection and misinformation.

> Maternal deaths in Bunia rising from an average of three to almost five a week
## UNICEF Establishes Nurseries
UNICEF has set up 12 nurseries linked to health facilities to care for children separated from parents receiving Ebola treatment.

> Survivors are helping support vulnerable children
## China Outlines Four Principles
Chinese President Xi Jinping outlines four principles for resolving African conflicts: African-led solutions, respect for sovereignty, end hostilities, address root causes.

> He urged parties involved in conflict resolution to respect the United Nations Charter
## China-Togo Relations
Xi and Togo's President agreed to strengthen China-Togo relations through trade, infrastructure, renewable energy, digital technology and industrialisation.

> Xi encouraged Togo to take advantage of China's zero-tariff arrangements for African products
## Raila Odinga Legacy
One year after Raila Odinga's death, his legacy continues to shape Kenya's democracy, constitutional reform and opposition politics.

> His supporters credit him with promoting reconciliation and institutional change
## Toluwanisings Dies
Nigerian gospel singer Toluwanisings dies at 41 after road accident, prompting tributes from fans and public figures.

> News of his death prompted an outpouring of tributes from fans, fellow musicians and public figures
## Key takeaway

UK threatens to ban Eritrean nationals from entering UK unless Eritrea accepts more deportees, citing cooperation failures.