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This report focuses on a natural experiment-based evaluation conducted as part of the IMPACT study, to better illustrate the effects of the pandemic and other shocks on the wellbeing of returning migrants assisted under the EU-IOM joint Initiative for Migrant Protection and Reintegration in… Read More
The Eastern and Horn of Africa region remains one of the most dynamic regions of the world in terms of migration caused by an evolving complex of economic, social and security interplay. Migrants and mobile populations continue to face many obstacles in accessing essential health-care services… Read More
This study examines the consequences that migration, return and reintegration experiences have on the mental health and the psychosocial well-being of returning migrants, with the primary purpose of informing policies, programmes and advocacy initiatives that promote sustainable reintegration.
The Government of Zambia acknowledges the immense contributions of the Zambian diaspora and that diaspora initiatives have largely been self-driven efforts characterized by limited coordination between the diaspora community and relevant government authorities, thus limiting their impact. The… Read More
A Region on the Move report series for the East and Horn of Africa has been the regional flagship publication since 2017. The report series provides an advanced understanding of the main migrant groups and the environment in which mobility takes place, with a focus on internal displacement and… Read More
Mapping the Rwandan Diaspora in the United States of America is the report on a mapping exercise that took place in the United States of America from November 2021 to March 2022. The study aimed to gain insights into the socioeconomic profile, professional skills and expertise of this population… Read More
This is one of the five modules that make up the Common Market for Eastern and Southern Africa Trade Facilitation and Human Mobility Trainer’s Manual. The Trainer’s Manual was developed to build the capacities of border management agents and policy practitioners in the areas of trade facilitation,… Read More
This is one of the five modules that make up the Common Market for Eastern and Southern Africa Trade Facilitation and Human Mobility Trainer’s Manual. The Trainer’s Manual was developed to build the capacities of border management agents and policy practitioners in the areas of trade facilitation,… Read More
This is one of the five modules that make up the Common Market for Eastern and Southern Africa Trade Facilitation and Human Mobility Trainer’s Manual. The Trainer’s Manual was developed to build the capacities of border management agents and policy practitioners in the areas of trade facilitation,… Read More
This is one of the five modules that make up the Common Market for Eastern and Southern Africa Trade Facilitation Training and Human Mobility Trainer’s Manual. The Trainer’s Manual was developed to build the capacities of border management agents and policy practitioners in the areas of trade… Read More
This is one of the five modules that make up the Common Market for Eastern and Southern Africa Trade Facilitation and Human Mobility Trainer’s Manual. The Trainer’s Manual was developed to build the capacities of border management agents and policy practitioners in the areas of trade facilitation,… Read More
This document is the result of the Local Migration Governance Indicators (MGIs) assessment in the county of Nairobi and summarizes the well-developed areas of the city’s migration governance structures, as well as the areas with potential for further development, as assessed by the Local MGIs.
The Government of the Republic of Zambia recognizes the significant contributions of the Zambian diaspora to national development, as reflected in the Seventh National Development Plan, and accordingly formulated a National Diaspora Policy. Following the successful development of the Diaspora… Read More
The Mapping the Rwandan Diaspora in Canada report is the result of an extensive mapping exercise conducted in Canada between November 2021 and February 2022. The purpose of this report is to capture and highlight the insights and input from the 433 Rwandan - Canadian diaspora members who responded… Read More
There is a growing understanding that conflict and displacement increases vulnerability to forms of slavery-related abuse, including forced labour, forced recruitment into armed groups and armed forces, forced marriage and human trafficking. In recent years, this issue has received increased… Read More
Waraka huu unatokana na tathmini ya Viashiria vya Usimamizi wa Uhamiaji katika Eneo Mahususi (MGI) huko Mombasa na unatoa maelezo mafupi kuhusu maeneo yaliyoendelezwa sana ya miundo ya usimamizi wa uhamiaji katika mji huo, pamoja na maeneo yenye uwezo wa kuweza kuendelezwa zaidi, kwa mujibu wa… Read More
Following the launch of the Zambia Diaspora Policy in 2019, findings from the online survey of this Zambia National Remittances Study suggest that awareness of the policy among Zambia’s diaspora is quite low. The findings also point to the fact that the implementation of the diaspora policy needs… Read More
This document is the result of the Local Migration Governance Indicators (MGI) assessment in Plumtree and summarizes the well-developed areas of the town’s migration governance structures, as well as the areas with potential for further development, as assessed by the Local MGI.
The role of cities… Read More
This document is the result of the Local Migration Governance Indicators (MGI) assessment in Beitbridge and summarizes the well-developed areas of the town’s migration governance structures, as well as the areas with potential for further development, as assessed by the Local MGI.
The role of… Read More
This document is the result of the Local Migration Governance Indicators (MGI) assessment in Mutare and summarizes the well-developed areas of the city’s migration governance structures, as well as the areas with potential for further development, as assessed by the Local MGI.
The role of cities… Read More
This document is the result of the Local Migration Governance Indicators (MGI) assessment in Harare and summarizes the well-developed areas of the city’s migration governance structures, as well as the areas with potential for further development, as assessed by the Local MGI.
The role of cities… Read More
The Second Profile of Migration Governance Indicators (MGI) of the Republic of Kenya presents a summary of the main changes and achievements that have taken place in the migration governance structures in the country since the first assessment in 2018, as well as the areas with potential for… Read More
A Region on the Move report series for the East and Horn of Africa has been the regional flagship publication since 2017. Over the years, the report series have illustrated the main humanitarian situations, with a focus on internal displacement and mixed migration flows along the major migration… Read More
Informal cross-border trade (CBT) is significant in Southern Africa, accounting for between 30 and 40 per cent of total intra-Southern African Development Community trade, with an estimated value of USD 17.6 billion. Women make up approximately 70 per cent of informal traders, face gender-specific… Read More
IOM is committed to using the most effective and innovative modalities and mechanisms available to ensure dignified assistance to people in need. Since 2019, special attention has been placed on developing internal capacity to increase the use and coordination of cash-based interventions (CBI)… Read More
This Migration Governance Indicators (MGI) profile presents a summary of well-developed areas of migration governance in Zimbabwe as well as areas with potential for further development, as assessed through the MGI. The MGI is a standard set of approximately 90 indicators to assist countries in… Read More
This report highlights the methodologies, results and lessons learned from the project Enhancing Natural Disaster Preparedness and Response Capacity in at-Risk Communities in Burundi, funded by the IOM Development Fund and implemented by IOM Burundi between September 2019 and August 2021.
This Migration Governance Indicators (MGI) profile presents a summary of well-developed areas of migration governance in Mauritius as well as areas with potential for further development, as assessed through the MGI. The MGI is a standard set of approximately 90 indicators to assist countries in… Read More
Ce profil de gouvernance de la migration présente un résumé des points forts des structures de gouvernance des migrations de Madagascar, ainsi que les aspects qui pourraient être renforcés, en fonction des évaluations des Indicateurs de gouvernance des migrations (IGM).
This Migration Governance Indicators (MGI) profile presents a summary of well-developed areas of migration governance in Madagascar as well as areas with potential for further development, as assessed through the MGI. The MGI is a standard set of approximately 90 indicators to assist countries in… Read More
This is a policy research on remittances and diasporas engagement in South Sudan. It uses a combination of qualitative and quantitative analysis and conducted jointly with the Governmental technical advisory group of South Sudan.
Ce profil de gouvernance de la migration présente un résumé des points forts des structures de gouvernance des migrations des Comores, ainsi que les aspects qui pourraient être renforcés, en fonction des évaluations des Indicateurs de gouvernance des migrations (IGM).
This Migration Governance Indicators (MGI) profile presents a summary of well-developed areas of migration governance in the Comoros as well as areas with potential for further development, as assessed through the MGI. The MGI is a standard set of approximately 90 indicators to assist countries in… Read More
Le chômage, le manque de ressources essentielles et les changements environnementaux font partie des principaux facteurs de migration à Madagascar, ce qui engendre des tendances migratoires complexes tant au niveau interne que transnational. Depuis le début du XXe siècle, la migration interne… Read More
الإستراتيجية الإقليمية للمنظمة الدولية للهجرة لمنطقة الشرق الأوسط وشمال إفريقيا
تعزز إستراتيجية المنظمة الدولية للهجرة لمنطقة الشرق الأوسط وشمال إفريقيا قدرة المهاجرين على الصمود وكذلك تعزيز التنقل الآمن وحوكمة الهجرة. وإدراكًا للهشاشة الأوضاع والطبيعة المتأثرة بالنزاع في المنطقة، تؤكد هذه… Read More
Humanitarian crises are becoming increasingly complex, with more people in need of support and for longer periods. The international community is in agreement that new approaches are required to improve the delivery of humanitarian assistance. When they signed the Grand Bargain, donors and… Read More
Mozambique has been historically characterized by dynamic human mobility patterns that contribute to development, the economy and livelihoods of communities. However, the benefits of well-managed migration for development are yet to be maximized to their full potential through whole-of-government… Read More
This desk review of the medical (or health) diaspora originating from the Eastern Mediterranean and the Middle East and Northern Africa (MENA) region was conducted jointly by the World Health Organization, Eastern Mediterranean Regional Office (WHO/EMRO) and the International Organization for… Read More
This summary brief in Swahili accompanies the English-language publication Assessing the Evidence: Migration, Environment and Climate Change in the United Republic of Tanzania and is intended for use by policymakers and practitioners.
The IOM Regional Strategy for East and Horn of Africa aims to leverage migration for sustainable development and ensure that “no one is left behind”. It is centred around the human rights of migrants, the Sustainable Development Goals, Agenda 2063 of the African Union, and the strategic priorities… Read More
The publication Assessing the Evidence: Migration, Environment and Climate Change in the United Republic of Tanzania attempts to comprehensively address climate change impacts in the United Republic of Tanzania, current mobility patterns and trends, and the possible linkages between them. The… Read More
Unemployment, lack of basic resources, and environmental changes are some of the main drivers of migration in Madagascar, resulting in complex migration trends both internally and transnationally. Since the beginning of the twentieth century, internal migration has been a key livelihood strategy… Read More
La Communauté économique des États d’Afrique de l’Ouest (CEDEAO) et ses États membres adoptent de plus en plus de mesures et de politiques visant à maximiser les avantages potentiels de la migration pour le développement. Ce chapitre analyse les relations entre les États membres de la CEDEAO et… Read More
Ce chapitre étudie les liens entre la migration moderne et les mouvements de transhumance existant de longue date en Mauritanie. Dans ce pays, les éleveurs ont de tout temps pratiqué la transhumance interne et transfrontalière pour optimiser l’accès à l’eau et aux pâturages, ce qui leur a permis de… Read More
Entre 2014 et 2016, lorsqu’un nombre inédit de réfugiés et de migrants dépourvus de documents sont arrivés en Europe par voie maritime, une carte du quart nord-ouest du continent africain est apparue dans les médias européens. Y figuraient plusieurs lignes ou flèches s’étendant du golfe de Guinée à… Read More
En quelques mois seulement, la pandémie de COVID-19 a radicalement changé le paysage mondial des migrations et de la mobilité, et complexifié encore les migrations en Afrique de l’Ouest et du Nord et via la Méditerranée. La crise sanitaire, qui se propage
This Migration Governance Indicators (MGI) profile presents a summary of well-developed areas of migration governance in Rwanda as well as areas with potential for further development, as assessed through the MGI. The MGI is a standard set of approximately 90 indicators to assist countries in… Read More
International Migration is a refereed bimonthly review of the International Organization for Migration (IOM) on current migration issues as analysed by demographers, economists, and sociologists all over the world. The journal is edited by Koç University and published and distributed by Wiley. The… Read More
The Rwandan diaspora mapping report in the United Kingdom aimed to ascertain and transmit a profile that outlines the number, gender composition, geographical distribution and professional skills, training and expertise of the Rwandans living in the United Kingdom.
The Rwandan diaspora mapping report in the Netherlands aims to ascertain and transmit a profile that outlines the number, gender composition, geographic distribution, and professional skills, training and expertise of Rwandans living in the country.