Stories and voices of people directly concerned by migration in Africa.
Benin, like many West African countries, remains a popular destination among migrant workers both from the African continent and the world. In this article, Dialogue Migration lists the difficulties that migrant workers may face in the country and outlines some needed skills to develop for a smooth migration. Migration to West Africa increased in numbers, …
Since the end of Angola’s civil war in 2000, this country located between Central and Southern Africa has experienced a significant migratory flow. It has been the destination of many Guineans in search of a better socio-economic situation. Discover with Dialogue Migration the migratory journey of Amadou Diallo from 2006 to 2015. “It is in …
One out of eight E young migrants in the world seek to improve their livelihoods and 4.3% of them study in foreign universities, according to the official report of the International Dialogue on Migration (IDM) published in 2020. The young Central African, Fabrice, who is among these young migrant students, met Dialogue Migration in Cotonou …
Returning home is a crucial step in migration. For many African migrants, seeking better living conditions was at the root of their journey abroad, especially to Western countries. Decent work or income-generating activity that can allow the various candidates to provide for their families left behind. This is the case of Banda Cissé, 45, who …
Jacob Kossonou left his country of origin, Côte d’Ivoire and has been living in Benin for 12 years for professional reasons in the turmoil of the political crisis of 2010-2011. Formerly -employed in a photo laboratory, he now owns a photo-video studio in the country while integrating into the Beninese community. Dialogue Migration, dives into …
From Mauritania to the USA, via Turkey, Central America and Mexico. The new route is all mapped out to illegally enter the land of Uncle Sam. Not without taking a lot of risks for young Mauritanians who engage in emigration. Not only do you have to spend a lot of money, but you can lose …
Various profiles of young people leave Guinea in search of their well-being. They often justify their departure by the lack of employment and unfavorable living conditions in the country. On the way, some encounter enormous difficulties and opt to return home. This is the case of Mamadou Barry, a driver by profession who shares his …
It is a story of two young Congolese siblings, an older brother and a younger sister. These are Gaël Lusala and Marie Thérèse Mavambu. A tumultuous journey made of wounds and scars of life that they tell in a tone charged with emotions. They left their country, DR Congo in 1997 with the whole family …
He landed in Upper Volta, now Burkina Faso in 1980. Arriving in the land of “upright people” for his university studies, following the closure of the University of N’Djamena due to the civil war that broke out on February 12, 1979 in Chad, Ngonndingamlemgoto Alram Nguebnan Ngarndolédjim settled permanently in Ouagadougou, his childhood dream city. …
Basketball player, cartoonist and drawer, Hervé David Honla is a journalist who rarely laughs. As pleasant as he is simple, this naturalized Burkina Faso from Cameroon is constantly at the center of controversy because of his outspoken criticism. Meet this “misunderstood” cultural journalist from Burkina Faso. The journalist is a 2.1m tall, calm gait, imposing …
In Guinea, there are many men who live abroad, who marry, often leaving their wives behind. A situation that is not without consequences on the lives of couples. Some women in this situation spoke with Dialogue Migration. “Distance kills love”, this assertion is controversial. But, as far as our interlocutor is concerned, she holds her …
In Benin, a phenomenon is increasingly attracting more and more attention and creating controversy. The announcement of the departure of reputable young people, artists and musicians, from the country to other destinations to pursue other opportunities is going viral and is making the headlines in the media and the topic of heated discussions on social …