While the Senegalese diaspora is often regarded as a driver of national development, the situation at the local level is more nuanced. In Rufisque, a department historically shaped by migration, the diaspora’s commitment to regional development is apparent, yet it has struggled to fully materialise and assert itself. This contrasts with regions such as Matam […]

Migration news is not limited to shipwrecks and departure statistics. From The Gambia to Chad, and from Senegal to the Mediterranean, people are raising their voices, creating alternatives and organising resistance. This press review highlights positive initiatives and the struggle for rights, while underscoring the need to view human mobility from a broader and more […]

The lively atmosphere of Niamey has welcomed a new flavour. A beninese speciality, namely boiled corn (or cooked corn), has crossed borders to find a loyal audience. At the heart of this culinary venture is Dotche Espoir, a trader whose stall has become a magnet for lovers of this uniquely prepared cereal. Introducing this dish […]

In Thiaroye-sur-Mer, Marième, Amy and Ndeye are learning to navigate life without their husbands, who were lost at sea. Amidst uncertainty and hardship, they are constantly reinventing their homes, managing household finances and finding ways to care for their children. This report delves into their intimate daily lives, their aspirations and the quiet dignity with […]

As the saying goes: “the world has been populated by migration”. However, migration flows are not uniform; some countries are better known as countries of departure, some as destination or host countries and some as both. What about Togo? This small West African nation, which borders the Atlantic Ocean and is part of the Lagos-Abidjan […]

Cheikh Abdou Fall is the coordinator of the Association of Returnee Migrants for Reintegration and Development (CM2RD) in Senegal. In this interview with Dialogue Migration, Mr. Fall, who lives in Pikine, Dakar suburbs shares his insights on key issues surrounding migration. Kindly present CM2RD and  outline the specific initiatives your organization undertakes to combat irregular […]