As part of the International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia and Biphobia (IDAHOTB), UN High Commissioner for Refugees Filippo Grandi has underscored the importance of attention to all people forced to flee due to "a specific kind of persecution and discrimination -- people on the run because of their sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or sex characteristics."
In Djibouti, Ethiopia, Kenya and Somalia, millions of children face extreme food scarcity and lack clean drinking water, according to UNICEF. The Horn of Africa is currently facing its worst drought in decades.
Among the more than one million people who fled the Russian invasion of Ukraine are thousands of foreigners. Medical student Linda Omwenga from Kenya is one of them. Her treacherous journey to safety from Kyiv to Warsaw together with nine other Kenyans took two and half long days.
A Nigerian film and the Berlinale's first South Sudanese entry revisit the issue of migration from an African perspective. DW talked to filmmakers Ike Nnaebue and Akuol de Mabior.
Can music change perceptions about migrants and refugees? The Citizens of the World Choir in London is trying to do precisely that. Its members welcomed Little Amal to London -- at a very special venue.
The German politician Giorgina Kazungu-Haß is the first black member of parliament in her state, Rhineland-Palatinate. She spoke to InfoMigrants about inclusion and racism, and what she says is Germany's obligation to take in those fleeing violence in Afghanistan.
The UNHCR has called for a better treatment of LGBTIQ+ people forced to flee their homes. The UN Refugee Agency is currently holding a roundtable conference focused on protections for LGBTIQ+ refugees and displaced people against persecution and violence.
With the Olympic Games just two months away, refugee athletes are putting everything they have into reaching the goal of competing on the team in Tokyo.
Many children in Africa dream of making a career as a football player in Europe. Having realized that dream, Kenyan international Johanna Omolo set up a foundation to help kids back home with life on and off the pitch.
When refugees flee, they often arrive in their host country with very little to their name. But one thing that can’t be taken away from them are their skills and traditions. That is why craft can play such an important role in providing employment, self esteem and a path to a brighter future.
More young Africans are leaving behind their lives in the West and breaking barriers in their countries of origin. Filmmaker Ras Mutabaruka takes us through the development of his new Homecoming series, exclusive to DW.
Many Africans desperate to improve their lives are falling into the traps of human trafficking networks. Recruitment agencies send migrant workers to Gulf countries, where most of them work under inhumane conditions. Human trafficking is a global problem that affects an estimated 40 million people. On this week's 77 Percent show, young people share some their experiences and lessons learnt.