Author: RACHAEL ADEEGBE

Paris authorities are facing growing pressure as migrant camps continue to expand across different parts of the city. Newly elected Paris Mayor Emmanuel Grégoire has now promised to create new shelters and improve support for migrants sleeping on the streets after visiting one of the largest camps in the French capitThe temporary camp, located under the line two metro between Barbes-Rochechouart, Stalingrad, and La Chapelle stations near Gare du Nord, is currently home to around 800 migrants. Reports say many of the residents come from African countries including Eritrea, Senegal, Mali, Gambia, Sudan, The camp has become one of the…

A new report by the International Organization for Migration (IOM) has warned that stricter border controls are not stopping migration but are instead forcing people to take more dangerous routes. The findings were published in the World Migration Report 2026 during the International Migration Review Forum held in New York City. According to the report, limiting legal migration pathways often increases risks for migrants, raises costs for governments, and reduces the economic and social benefits migration can bring. Rather than stopping movement, restrictive policies are pushing migrants into unsafe and irregular journeys. The report estimates that about 304 million international…

Pope Leo is set to visit the Canary Islands as part of his upcoming trip to Spain, placing global focus on one of Europe’s key migrant entry points. The visit, scheduled from June 6 to 12, will mark his first trip to a European Union country outside Italy since becoming head of the Catholic Church. During the final days of his visit, the pontiff will travel to the islands of Tenerife and Gran Canaria, where he is expected to meet migrants and organizations working to support them. The Canary Islands have become a major route for migrants attempting to reach…

The government of South Korea has introduced a new policy to reduce financial pressure on migrant workers and employers. Short-term foreign workers in agriculture and fisheries will no longer be required to pay elder care insurance tax, a cost many said was unnecessary. This change applies to workers holding the E-8 seasonal visa. These workers usually stay in the country for a short period, often less than eight months. Under the new rule, they can choose to opt out of the elder care insurance program by submitting a request. Previously, all workers registered under the national health system had to…

Anti-migrant protests are beginning to influence political support in Falkirk as regional elections take place across Scotland and Wales. Groups with strong views against asylum seekers are gaining attention, and parties like Reform UK are using this moment to grow their support. In Falkirk, a small protest took place outside the Cladhan Hotel, where asylum seekers are being housed. The protest was organized by a group calling themselves “Scottish Patriots.” Although the number of people present was small, the message they shared reflects a wider trend that is spreading across the country. The UK government, through the Home Office, has…

Germany has decided to continue its strict border control measures as part of its migration policy. The government believes these controls have helped reduce irregular migration and asylum applications. However, experts and opposition leaders argue that the situation is more complex and that these measures may not be as effective as claimed. The Interior Minister of Germany, Alexander Dobrindt, said that stronger border checks have reduced illegal migration by about 70 percent since 2023. According to the Federal Police, thousands of migrants have been stopped, turned back, or deported at the borders. These figures are being used to support the…

Authorities in Croatia have discovered the bodies of four migrants near the border with Slovenia, in a tragic incident that highlights the dangers faced by people travelling through the Western Balkans. Police said the bodies were found close to the town of Karlovac, near the village of Donje Prilišće, after receiving a tip-off about a group of migrants in the area. Alongside the deceased, 15 other individuals were discovered, two of whom were in critical condition and taken to the hospital. Initial reports suggest the group had been transported in a cargo truck under what officials described as inhumane conditions…

The United States is preparing possible visa sanctions against China over what officials describe as slow cooperation in accepting deported migrants, according to a senior administration source. The warning comes just ahead of a planned meeting between Donald Trump and Xi Jinping in Beijing, where migration and deportation issues are expected to be key topics alongside trade discussions. US officials say China has reduced its cooperation in taking back its nationals who are living in the country without legal status. While Beijing accepted around 3,000 deportees in early 2025, cooperation has reportedly declined in recent months. In response, Washington is…

Xenophobic attacks in South Africa are often described as sudden violence, but this is not the full story. The situation is more complex. It reflects deeper problems in the country’s economy and political system. High unemployment, weak institutions, and political messaging are combining to create tension that is now being directed at migrants. One of the biggest issues is unemployment. South Africa’s jobless rate is above 30 percent, while youth unemployment is even higher. This is not a short-term problem. It is a long-term structural issue where the economy is not creating enough jobs. Even when the economy grows slightly,…

The U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) is under renewed scrutiny after reports revealed it hired a private contractor accused of serious human rights violations to help locate undocumented migrant children in the United States. According to documents, ICE contracted MVM Inc. to increase personnel on the ground for what officials describe as “safety and wellness checks” on unaccompanied minors. However, critics argue that the real objective may include deportation or legal action against the children. The company has previously faced legal action linked to its role during the Trump-era family separation policy. In 2024, two Guatemalan families filed a…