As the security crisis in the Sahel gradually spreads southward, thousands of people have been forced to flee their villages in the Savanes region of northern Togo. These internally displaced persons (IDPs), often invisible in public discourse, live in precarious conditions, hosted by communities that are already vulnerable. A new report validated in the course […]
Migrating in search of a better future, surviving a perilous journey, and rebuilding his life on solid foundations… Pape Demba Sow’s story is a testament to resilience and the power to transform suffering into renewal. His journey, marked by shattered dreams and personal rebirth, proves that it is possible to stay home and succeed. Pape […]
Once animated by the hum of ploughs and the songs of farmers, the fertile lands of Ndakonon now lie eerily silent. Located about 80 kilometers from Sarh, the capital of Moyen-Chari province in southern Chad, Ndakonon, is experiencing the damaging effects of a widespread phenomenon: rural exodus. As young and able-bodied residents leave in search […]
And what if we talked about migration differently? This is the successful bet of the radio series “Ana sama xarit? Ci yoonu tukki yi” (Where is my friend? On the routes of migration), a creation by the Ëpoukay studio. It takes us on a journey through dreams of America, visa processes, hopes of departure, and the often […]
In Togo and many other West African countries, many young people dream of a better future in Europe or elsewhere. Confronted with unemployment, job insecurity and daily hardships, some see leaving – regardless of the cost – as their only option. However, despite being driven by hope, irregular migration remains one of the most dangerous […]
The “Journées des communautés étrangères vivant dans le pays” (Foreign communities living in Burkina Faso Days) were recently held in Burkina Faso on 12 and 13 May 2025 at the National Museum in Ouagadougou. This event aimed to promote integration and cohesion between the various foreign communities and the people of Burkina Faso. This year, […]
