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Aboubacar Bah, the returnee fighting the irregular migration phenomenon

To get away from the living conditions in their countries, many young Africans opt for the adventure to the Western world in search of a better life by legal or “illegal” means. Some leave for further education in order to return and serve their respective countries. Young Guineans are therefore not on the sidelines of …

There is no zero-risk security, says Chadian rapper Ray’s Kim

Djasrabe Kimassoum Yilmian, better known as Ray’s Kim, is a engaged Chadian rapper. With his words sharp, his pen sharpened, he denounces and criticizes the bad governance that weighs down the development of his country. Ray’s Kim speaks for the young people who are marginalized and forgotten by the Republic. This several times awarded best …

More than 400 Malians expelled to Niger by Algeria

On June 17, 2023, Algerian convoys of trucks brought more than 400 people back to ground zero. These include women, the elderly and children. They were left to fend for themselves at the zero point which is the gateway to Niger from Algeria. On the Nigerien side, humanitarian organizations quickly rushed to their aid. To …

Types of DR Congo visas and how to get them

Before arriving in a country like the Democratic Republic of Congo, you must first have clear information on how the visa is granted. In the DRC, the Directorate-General for Migration (DGM) is empowered to issue visas to foreigners wishing to visit the country, provided they apply for them. Before applying, you must know which type …

Tanti Mama workshop or the second chances school

Dialogue Migration has been in touch with Ganki Akpou, commonly known as Tanti Maman. Born in Niamey in 1982 to Togolese parents and still living in Niger, she preferred to keep her Togolese nationality. She also maintains her love of sharing by spreading her skills through her tailoring workshop, where she trains young girls.

Low agricultural production contributes to youth rural exodus in Niger

Climate change and its corollary of low agricultural production have a direct impact on the experiences of people in Nigerien villages. There are many young men and women who leave their regions for big cities including Niamey in search of a better life, according to a study by the World Organization for Migration (IOM) published …