Hailing from Joal-Fadiouth, a commune in the coastal petite-côte region of Senegal, southeast of Dakar, Sidy Daffé has experienced the dangers of irregular migration firsthand. After several failed attempts to reach Europe by sea, he decided to take control of his destiny by becoming an activist. Today, he educates young people about the risks of […]
Sika’s name has become well-known among Chadian internet users. This young woman is known for her committed activism and regularly stirs up the web in Chad by denouncing the poor governance and profound social injustices that plague her country. Having lived in Canada for over a year, Sika Nguemta continues her struggle from afar. However, […]
At first glance, Josiane*’s story seems quite ordinary. It is just the account of a migrant sharing her experience of migrating and crossing other Maghreb borders. However, if you listen carefully, you will discover the sad story of a woman and her husband searching for a better tomorrow, driven not by charity, but by their […]
Can nationality be a barrier to entering the public sector in a foreign African country? And what happens when you need experience to get your foot in the door? Michael shares his experience in Benin with Dialogue Migration. Michael* is a second-year Master’s student specialising in Computer Telecommunication Networks and has three years of work […]
Directed by Oumar Brams Mbaye, this documentary was filmed over 11 years in 14 countries across Africa and Europe. The 66-minute film unveils the harrowing experiences of migrants and sheds light on the often misunderstood reality of irregular migration.In this exclusive interview with Ndiémé Faye for Dialogue Migration, the director reflects on the deeply intense […]
Even the most determined traveller can be discouraged from travelling in parts of Africa due to challenging conditions such as corruption, forced returns, constant checks and mistreatment. Cryspin Laoundiki experienced this first-hand on a gruelling 4,000 km road trip from Chad to Burkina Faso via Niger, Benin and Togo. It was an exhausting and eye-opening […]
