August 08
Africa: Large-Scale Future Migration Will Reshape Global Demographics
Instead of reinforcing borders, African and Western governments should handle unprecedented migration levels by negotiating skilled-worker agreements. Read more »
June 03
Africa: EU Visa Restrictions On Ethiopians Reflect Strained Migration Relations
The punitive measures reflect a history of major EU investment in Ethiopia's migration governance - with few results. Read more »
April 23
Mauritania: Mauritania - the Latest Target in EU Migration Control
Instead of serving as shields for Europe, African countries should pursue a common approach that puts their citizens first. Read more »
January 16
Africa: Kenya and Ethiopia Could Show the Way On Migration Governance
These two Horn of Africa countries are heavily affected by migration, and well placed to lead on policy responses. Read more »
November 27, 2023
West Africa: Europe's Migration Deals in the Sahel Must Be Revised
As instability in the region grows, the EU's faltering strategy with partner countries should be adapted. Read more »
September 22, 2023
South Africa: Fortress South Africa – Open to the Highest Bidder
Using billions in public funds for private border security could be the latest chapter in government's xenophobic fixation. Read more »
September 12, 2023
South Africa: South Africa's Visa Regime Keeps Badly Needed Skilled Workers Out
The government is blocking the potential that foreign workers can bring to SA's stagnant economy. Read more »
August 15, 2023
East Africa: East Africa Must Find Consensus On Its Growing Migration Crisis
A common approach would not only protect the rights of migrants and refugees, but strengthen regional economies and security. Read more »
August 02, 2023
Africa: Africa-Europe Migration Deals Cost Lives and Undercut Democracy
Authoritarian leaders headlined Italy's recent migration conference in Europe's latest drive to reduce migration from Africa at all costs. Read more »
July 31, 2023
Africa: Development Funders Must Seize Climate Migration Opportunities
Although funds for climate adaptation are rising, vital climate-linked mobility interventions are still being overlooked. Read more »
May 12, 2023
Africa: Comoros-Mayotte Saga a Microcosm of Africa-Europe Migration Crisis
The flow of undocumented migrants to Mayotte is straining relations, and the island's response runs counter to AU policy. Read more »
November 15, 2022
Africa: Could COP27 Still Shift Views On Climate Migrants?
Migration and displacement are seen as threats and losses, but climate mobility could be a positive adaptation strategy. Read more »
November 03, 2022
Africa: Will We Hear Africa's Youth At COP27?
Well-managed youth migration can help Africa adapt to climate change and meet its development goals. Read more »
September 27, 2022
East Africa: East Africa and the Horn Light the Way for Climate Migrants
A new declaration could set a precedent for regional cooperation on Africa's climate-change crisis. Read more »