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Latest verified news and analysis on migration in Africa, published by the Dialogue Migration team.
Disruptions and contradictions in migration patterns in the Sahel: an analysis of cross-border crises
Mixed migration involves the movement of individuals across borders who are fleeing persecution, conflict or trafficking, or who are seeking new opportunities. Driven by a range of factors, these populations share routes and modes of transport that are often irregular, whilst suffering multiple infringements of their rights. The report by the Mixed Migration Centre for …
Mobilising the Nigerien diaspora towards building national economy, turning words into action
The Mahatma Gandhi International Conference Centre in Niamey hosted the second edition of the Nigerien Diaspora Forum from 28 to 29 July 2026. This hybrid event—held in person and online—brought together overseas community representatives, government officials and international experts. The event’s stated aim was to leverage the skills and resources of Nigeriens living abroad as …
Press review: Global migration – between humanitarian crises and tougher policies
Migration continues to drive international news, against a backdrop of tighter border controls, new approaches to asylum policies and a rising number of tragedies on the routes to exile. In August, several countries in Africa and Europe found themselves facing situations that highlighted the complexity of migration issues. In Senegal, West Africa, the National Gendarmerie …
Human trafficking: Fraud networks operating on a new scale
Human trafficking linked to online fraud networks has become a form of organised crime. It is growing at a faster rate worldwide, with victims targeted through fake job offers before being pressured into participating in online fraud schemes. In a press release published to mark the World Day Against Trafficking in Persons, the International Organisation …
Women’s migration: leaving to escape violence, discrimination and social constraints!
In August 2026, a campaign promoting female genital mutilation in Mali reignited the debate on violence associated with female genital mutilation. “In Mali, yes to female genital mutilation” or “Together, let’s protect female genital mutilation in Mali”: these were some of the messages featured on visuals shared on social media. This shocking campaign, which amounts …
Migration and territorial equity: Senegal paves the way for a more inclusive public policy
How can migration issues be mainstreamed into social and territorial equity policies? This was the central question at a technical meeting recently held between the International Organisation for Migration (IOM) and the Directorate-General for Community Development, Equity Promotion and Child Protection (DGDCPE), as part of the development of the National Equity Strategy (SNE). A migration …
