Ethiopian migrants to Gulf unaware of dangers - IOM
Many Ethiopian immigrants who try to reach Saudi Arabia are not aware of the risks of the journey, a study by the UN migration agency IOM shows.
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Homeschooling leaves migrant children behind
The coronavirus pandemic and the closing of schools all over the world have affected all children. But those on the margins of society, including many migrants, have done the worst out of homeschooling.
IOM concerned about 'invisible' migrant shipwrecks
The International Organization for Migration said measures enacted by governments against the spread of the coronavirus, as well as the drop in the presence of search-and-rescue ships in the Mediterranean, are sparking concern over "invisible" migrant shipwrecks.
Coronavirus no deterrent for African migrants dreaming of reaching Europe
Many African migrants remain undeterred in their endeavor to reach Europe despite the global pandemic situation due to the novel coronavirus and increased security measures. In Niger, it’s business-as-usual for migrants.
53% of migrants lost jobs in Tunisia in COVID-19 lockdown
The International Organization for Migration (IOM) said Wednesday that 53% of migrants in Tunisia lost their jobs during the lockdown period decreed by the authorities in order to contain the spread of COVID-19. Attempts to leave the country on boats headed for Europe meanwhile continue.
Gambia: Returnees produce protective equipment for border officials
In an initiative promoted by the International Organization for Migration (IOM), 20 migrants who have returned to Gambia are producing protective equipment for COVID-19 for frontline border officials.
UNHCR increases relief to refugees and migrants in Libya during Ramadan
UNHCR has announced it will be distributing more emergency aid in Tripoli to help the most vulnerable during Ramadan, as war and the novel coronavirus pandemic increase difficulties for many.
IOM warns of 'possible dire consequences' of COVID-19 in Nigeria's IDP camp
The International Organization for Migration (IOM) has warned about the potential devastating consequences of a COVID-19 outbreak on millions of internally displaced persons (IDPs) in northeastern Nigeria.
Greek migrant hostel record 150 positive tests for coronavirus
Greek authorities put a migrant hostel in quarantine on Tuesday after 150 residents and staff tested positive for the novel coronavirus at a hotel turned migrant hostel. None of them, however, were showing any symptoms.
IOM says migrants missing in Libya 'of gravest concern'
The UN's International Organization for Migration (IOM) on Friday expressed grave concerns for the fate of hundreds of migrants returned to Libya by the coast guard this year who are now unaccounted for. The organisation stressed that it is ''unacceptable for people rescued at sea to be returned to abuse, trafficking, and war'' and reiterated its call to the European Union for urgent action to establish a clear and swift disembarkation mechanism to end returns to Libya.
Greece to move more than 2,300 "COVID-19 vulnerable" migrants
Greece will begin moving hundreds of elderly and ailing asylum seekers out of overcrowded island camps to protect them from the coronavirus, the migration ministry said on Thursday.
UN agencies call for protection of refugees, migrants, and stateless people
The UN agencies for refugees, migration, and human rights, and the World Health organization have released a statement, calling on countries worldwide to protect the rights and health of refugees, migrants and stateless people amid the coronavirus pandemic.