Intra-African Migration: Exploring the Role of Human Development, Institutions, and Climate Shocks
IMF Working Papers, May 10, 2024
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- Authors: Désiré Kanga, Boileau Loko, Gomez Agou, Kangni R Kpodar
- Published: May 10, 2024
- Series: IMF Working Papers
- DOI: https://doi.org/10.5089/9798400276507.001
Overview
- Title: Intra-African Migration: Exploring the Role of Human Development, Institutions, and Climate Shocks
- Authors: Désiré Kanga, Boileau Loko, Gomez Agou, Kangni R Kpodar
- Publication date: May 10, 2024
- Series: Working Paper No. 2024/097
- Issue: 097
- Volume: 2024
- Pages: 41
- DOI: https://doi.org/10.5089/9798400276507.001
- Stock No: WPIEA2024097
- ISBN: 9798400276507
- ISSN: 1018-5941
Research Focus and Scope
- Examines push and pull factors shaping migration patterns within Africa, including:
- demographic factors
- geography
- culture
- economic and human development
- politics
- climate
- Objective: uncover key determinants of intra-African migration to inform policy that leverages human capital mobility for sustainable development.
Key Findings
- Political factors:
- Political instability and ethnic tensions are significant determinants of intra-African migration.
- Socio-demographic factors:
- Human development indicators matter for migration flows.
- Common language between origin and destination influences migration.
- Population size and population structure are important drivers.
- Climate and shocks:
- Climate shocks contribute to migration patterns within Africa.
- Economic motivations:
- Economic incentives complement political, socio-demographic, and climate drivers in explaining intra-African migration.
Implications for Policy
- Understanding the multifaceted drivers—political, socio-demographic, climate, and economic—is vital for policymakers.
- Policymakers should formulate strategies that leverage human capital mobility to promote sustainable development in the region.
Keywords
- climate shocks
- human development
- Migration
- political risk
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