Cambodia Says It Is Not Expelling African Nationals
Cambodia's Ministry of Interior, along with its General Department of Immigration, has released official statements clarifying that a viral notice circulating on the internet—which falsely claimed that all African nationals must exit the country by May 31, 2026—is completely fabricated and untrue. The Viral Notice is Fabricated: Viral posts on social media alleged that Cambodia was terminating immigration waivers specifically for citizens from African countries such as Nigeria, Ghana, Kenya, and Uganda, with threats of severe fines and imprisonment. Authorities have confirmed that this document was forged to misrepresent facts and mislead public perception. Cambodian officials have stressed that the nation has never implemented any policy aimed at targeting or mandating the departure of African nationals. The kingdom remains open to all foreign nationals who adhere to its immigration regulations. The false rumors gained momentum against the backdrop of actual, widely reported law e...