Series : The Root Causes of Migration Flooding, displacement, and worsening economic conditions are deepening the humanitarian crisis in Yemen, where more than 22 million people now require assistance and protection, according to the International Organization for Migration (IOM). The situation reflects a stark reality highlighted by Othman Belbeisi, IOM Regional Director for the Middle East and North Africa, who warns that “Communities are resilient, but needs are immense”.

A new online course for more accurate and non-discriminatory information. In an increasingly polarized media landscape, particularly around migration issues, a European initiative is offering practical resources to information professionals. Since March 25, 2026, a fully free educational platform has been open to the general public. Regine Nguini delivered the MILD training to Journalism students at MCAST Mosta on March 2026. Photo AMAM. All rights reserved A collective proj

Series : The Root Causes of Migration The escalating tensions in the Middle East continue to destabilise a region already affected by prolonged crises. In a recent situation report, the International Organisation for Migration (IOM) warns of a rapid deterioration in the security and humanitarian situation, which could lead to mass population displacement if no preventive action is taken. A picture showing the difficult situation in Lebanon, source : free picture from NRC (No

Series : The Root Causes of Migration Chad is currently facing an alarming deterioration in food security. Projections for March to September show that several regions of the country are expected to remain in a state of acute food crisis, due to the combined effects of conflict, a massive influx of refugees and rising prices. A picture showing the severe situation in Chad, source : free picture from NRC (Norwegian Refugee Council) The alarm is raised by FEWS NET (Famine Ea

Series : The Root Causes of Migration Around 250 people are believed to have died or gone missing after a boat carrying Rohingya refugees and Bangladeshi nationals capsized in the Andaman Sea, according to the International Organisation for Migration. A picture showing migrants on a boat (Photo Creative Commons) The trawler, which had set sail from Teknaf in southern Bangladesh, was on its way to Malaysia when it sank on 9 April. According to the information available, stron

The Vatican has unveiled the official programme for Pope Leo XIV’s upcoming Apostolic Journey to Africa, a significant 11-day visit spanning Algeria, Cameroon, Angola, and Equatorial Guinea from April 13 to 23, 2026. Pope Leo XIV at the Vatican City. The Pope left the Vatican on the 13rd for an 11-day trip that will take him to Algeria, Cameroon, Angola and Equatorial Guinea. Photo Creative Commons This marks the Pope’s third international trip outside Italy since the star

“The challenge is not only to give, but to give in ways that allow room to gain.” For many, migration is not only about personal opportunity, but about sustaining others. Care takes different forms. Some raise children without the support systems they once relied on or that they grow up having. Others support parents, siblings, nieces, or extended family members from a distance. Some navigate the emotional weight of having children back home while working abroad to provide fo

The quote is from a refugee woman in South Sudan, where war erupted in April 2023 between the Sudanese Armed Forces and the Rapid Support Forces, a rebellious paramilitary group once allied of the central Sudanese government. It triggered one of the world’s largest humanitarian crises. Three years later, the conflict has devastated cities, destroyed livelihoods, and forced millions to flee. According to a report by the Norwegian Refugee published in April this year, 9 mi

The city of Baidoa (Somalia’s South-West State) experienced a sharp rise in political tensions in March 2026 between the Federal Government and the regional authorities. Although large-scale armed clashes were avoided, the fear of imminent conflict was enough to trigger a mass displacement of the population. A picture showing residents leaving the city, source : UNHCR (The UN Refugee Agency) According to data from the Protection and Solutions Monitoring Network (PSMN), appr