Travel Bans Trap Students and Families

An international student from Congo, Merdie Sanga, is trapped in France unable to return to Montreal due to Canada’s Ebola-related travel restrictions — despite not having been back to Congo in nearly a year. Her case, and those of others in Montreal’s Congolese community, highlights how sweeping rules can upend lives, costing thousands and shattering family plans — like a musician who booked a $2,500 flight to his brother’s wedding only to be blocked at the last minute. Merdie is fighting for a resolution, hoping to get back to school before her life is further disrupted. Support the show:Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/31c06c2e5e2d8267