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April 23
Djibouti: Dozens Dead, Missing After Migrant Boat Sinks Off Djibouti
It is the latest tragedy on a route that has become popular among thousands of migrants trying to reach Gulf countries from the Horn of Africa. Read more »
Rwanda: Rwanda Explained - From Politics to Human Right to Migration
Rwanda's government says it is "pleased" about the UK's decision to pass a bill allowing to send irregular asylum seekers to the African country. But many, including the UN,… Read more »
April 22
Rwanda: UK Parliament Passes Rwanda Asylum Plan
The British upper house approved a plan to send asylum seekers to Rwanda. Prime Minister Rishi Sunak said the government has already chartered commercial jets that would be ready… Read more »
Rwanda: UK Government Plans Rwanda Migrant Flights As Lawmakers Vote
The British Parliament is once again voting on a plan to send asylum seekers to Rwanda. Prime Minister Rishi Sunak has said the flights will go ahead "come what may." Read more »
February 07
Nigeria: Germany and Nigeria - New Advice Center for Regular Migration
Germany and Nigeria have established a new migrant resource center on the outskirts of Abuja. The German government hopes to make migration successful for both countries involved. Read more »
January 17
Rwanda: UK House of Commons Passes Rwanda Migrant Bill
Britain's conservative Prime Minister Rishi Sunak has survived a tough vote on plans to send some asylum seekers to Rwanda. Read more »
December 17, 2023
Libya: More Than 60 Migrants Drown in Shipwreck Off Libya
The 25 survivors were taken to a detention center in Libya. The International Organization for Migration has said the central Mediterranean remains one of the world's most… Read more »
December 05, 2023
Rwanda: Britain, Rwanda Sign New Migrant Transfer Deal
Britain and Rwanda have inked a new treaty aimed at rescuing failed plans for the UK to deport asylum-seekers. A top court ruling had blocked the policy, saying it violated human… Read more »
November 29, 2023
Niger: Central Niger Celebrates Junta's Repeal of Migration Law
The EU is "very concerned" that Niger's military leaders revoked an EU-backed law criminalizing migration. But residents of Niger's ancient crossroad town of Agadez are overjoyed… Read more »
November 09, 2023
Nigeria: Deportation Looms for Rejected Nigerian Asylum Seekers
Thousands of Nigerians will likely be affected by German government plans to step up deportations of rejected asylum seekers. But experts warn about an insecure environment for… Read more »
October 07, 2023
Senegal: In Senegal, Migration Tears Families Apart
Senegal's navy has said it intercepted thousands of would-be migrants over the past few months. Economic hardship and an ongoing political crisis make life a challenge for those… Read more »
October 05, 2023
South Africa: New Border Agency Aims to Beef Up Security
South Africa's new Border Management Authority has been deployed to help prevent people and goods from entering the country illegally. But not everybody is convinced that the… Read more »
October 01, 2023
Senegal: More Than 600 Migrants Intercepted in Three Days
The Senegalese navy has stepped up its efforts to board and rescue illegal immigrants in recent weeks. More than 600 people were intercepted in just three days. Read more »
September 27, 2023
West Africa: Why Morocco Is a Destination Country for Migrant Women
Over the past two decades, Morocco has slowly transformed from a transit country to a destination country for sub-Saharan African migrants -- almost half of whom are women. Read more »
September 16, 2023
North Africa: European Leader Visits Italy Amid Migrant Influx
The European Commission president's visit comes in response to an invitation from Italian Prime Minister Meloni. Italy's right-wing government has urged the EU to help in the face… Read more »
September 08, 2023
Eritrea: Is Eritrea Stoking Conflicts Between Its Migrants Abroad?
The repressive regime of Eritrean President Isaias Afwerki has forced many Eritreans to seek refuge abroad. Some commentators believe Afwerki is stoking conflict between Eritrean… Read more »
August 21, 2023
Ethiopia: Saudi Official Says Report That Border Guards Killed 100s of Migrants is Unfounded
Security forces in Saudi Arabia have opened fire on Ethiopians trying to enter the country via Yemen, Human Rights Watch says. The number of those killed could possibly be in the… Read more »
July 27, 2023
North Africa: More Than 900 Migrants Drown Off Tunisia's Coast in 2023
The Tunisian coast guard recovered 901 bodies of drowned migrants off its coast from the start of the year. The country has become a major gateway for irregular migrants and… Read more »
July 23, 2023
North Africa: Italy Hosts Conference to Address Irregular Migration
Leaders of Mediterranean and Middle Eastern countries are gathered in Rome for a conference on migration hosted by Italy's far-right Georgia Meloni. Read more »
July 05, 2023
West Africa: Canary Island Migrant Route to Spain Proves Deadly Again
Dozens of people have drowned or disappeared in the past weeks crossing from West Africa to the Canary Islands as Spain and Morocco attract criticism for slow sea rescues. Read more »
June 16, 2023
Africa: UN Says Migrant Boat Capsizing Off Greece 'Horrific Tragedy'
UN agencies called for investigating and holding to account smugglers and human traffickers. Nine Egyptian men were arrested for allegedly trafficking the migrants on the boat into… Read more »
June 11, 2023
Tunisia: EU Leaders Discuss Migration Curbs, Aid in Tunisia
Top EU figures met with the Tunisian president to discuss a rise in attempted migration to Europe. But Kais Saied says his economically stricken country won't act as a "border… Read more »
Africa: EU Leaders Set to Talk Migration Curbs, Aid in Tunisia
Top EU figures are to meet with the Tunisian president to discuss a rise in attempted migration to Europe. But Kais Saied says his economically stricken country won't act as a… Read more »
May 31, 2023
South Africa: Deadline Looms for Zimbabweans in South Africa
Should they fail with a court challenge to secure their continuous stay in South Africa, thousands of Zimbabwean nationals could be forced to leave the country. Many don't want to… Read more »
May 10, 2023
Africa: Migration in Africa - Deportations, Abuse, Violence
Algeria has been deporting African migrants to neighboring Niger for years. Authorities force thousands to cross the border through the desert to Assamaka, where the humanitarian… Read more »
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