The humanitarian situation in eastern Chad is reaching a critical point. The provinces of Ouaddaï, Wadi Fira and Sila are now hosting nearly one million people fleeing the war in Sudan. Yet even before this massive influx, joint assessments by the Chadian government and humanitarian organisations indicated that two out of three people in these […]
Migration remains a dominant topic in global news, sparking political debate and raising pressing humanitarian concerns. At the heart of these movements lies a common quest, which is the search for better living conditions. Economic hardship, climate change, political instability and high unemployment are just a few of the factors driving many Chadians to leave […]
Intra-African migration is by no means a new phenomenon. Every year, countless numbers of Africans move across borders for work, family or educational purposes. Yet behind the appealing vision of a continent united by free movement agreements lies a far more complicated reality, marked by economic, bureaucratic and even psychological barriers. In this article, three […]
In Ndiaganiao, a community in west-central Senegal, pémé known as carnelian in English, a traditional piece of jewellery, is far more than a simple accessory. At the heart of a vibrant cultural exchange, it has become a symbol of integration between Senegal and Niger, uniting communities through shared traditions and artistic expression. An ancestral ornament […]
The latest Global Risks Perception Survey (GRPS) from the World Economic Forum (WEF), published in January 2025, underscores the severe impact of climate change on African populations, particularly through forced migration. Extreme weather events such as droughts, floods and heatwaves, once seen as distant threats, have become immediate and pressing concerns. These climate-related disasters are […]
The Sahara desert, vast and unforgiving, is far more than just a desert: it is the scene of poignant stories where courage and danger are intertwined. Crossing this vast terrain, thousands of migrants risk their lives in the face of unrelenting insecurity and overwhelming challenges. But in the midst of these ordeals, initiatives are emerging […]
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