Stories and voices of people directly concerned by migration in Africa.
On a lively afternoon in February 2026, the basketball court at Charles de Gaulle Stadium in Porto-Novo, Beninese political capital, is filled with energy. Young athletes move from one drill to another as coaches oversee training sessions across the different courts. The sound of bouncing basketballs and squeaking trainers echoes through the venue as players …
As an international solidarity volunteer in Bordeaux, France, Ndoumbé Pouye supports local development projects. Throughout her career, the young Senegalese woman has promoted a positive view of migration, viewing it as an opportunity to learn, meet new people and experience personal growth. Ndoumbé Pouye is notable for her gentle yet confident demeanour. Her spontaneous and …
Kossi K. was 22 years old when he left Lomé for Casablanca. He had a student visa tucked carefully into his passport and a fairly clear idea of what he was looking for: a recognised degree, international exposure and the promise of a more stable future. Like many young Togolese, he saw Morocco as an …
According to several civil society organisations, Mauritania has recently carried out the expulsion of foreign nationals present on its territory. As a transit country for migrants travelling to North Africa and Europe, Mauritania is facing increasing criticism regarding its approach to migration management. According to the Central African news website CNC, it is believed that …
The 7th edition of the Festival des Africains du Niger, held at a hotel in Niamey, was much more than just an artistic celebration. It also provided a platform for profound political reflection, led by Moumouni Saidou, a member of the Refoundation Advisory Council. At the heart of his argument was the idea that cultural …
Young, ambitious Chadian have chosen to pursue higher education in Burkina Faso. Upon returning to Chad, these former students share the rich and varied experiences they have gained through academic learning, cultural discovery and personal engagement. Their stories reflect the reality of educational migration: a journey full of hope, challenges, and a renewed vision of …
The factors that influence someone’s decision to pursue their vocation in a host country can be numerous. In this interview with Dialogue Migration, Lydia, a national of the Central African Republic, shares her experiences in Benin and Niger. Lydia*, a mother of two, recently returned to Cotonou from Niamey, where she had been living. She …
In a journey fraught with obstacles and losses, Abdou Aziz NDIAYE recounts the underlying reasons for his departure, the hardships he endured overland and at sea, and his difficult return along with the support he received. What prompted you to undertake this journey, and how did the trip go? I wanted to support my family …
Having travelled from West Africa to Europe and then North America, Éric Agbemelo has seen the world while maintaining a connection to his home continent. Now based in N’Djamena, Chad, this Togolese man sees travel as a school of life, and returning home as a responsibility: to share the knowledge he has gained and help …
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 …
In the heart of Dar es Salaam in Niamey, Niger a story of entrepreneurship and friendship has taken root. Born in 1997, Abdoul Razak and Ibrahim decided to combine their skills to open a barbershop in the neighbourhood where they grew up. Amidst an atmosphere of energy and determination, they embarked on a shared journey …
In this interview, Moustapha Diouf, president of the Association of Young Returnees of Thiaroye-sur-Mer (AJRAP), draws on his personal experience and civic engagement to highlight the risks of irregular migration and propose practical solutions. Through raising awareness, providing training and fostering cooperation between the State and Europe, he advocates for the efficient use of Senegal’s …