West Africa is characterised by high levels of population mobility, with people moving within and between its countries for a variety of purposes, including work, education, trade, family reunification and seeking asylum or refuge.The collection, Migration in West Africa, is an important work edited by Joseph Kofi Teye, a scholar with wide experience in the region.He has worked extensively in the field of migration and has been a consultant to several organisations, including iom, icmpd, ilo and ecowas.The book under review is an attempt to understand the changing dynamics of migration in West Africa.Among the key drivers of migration are economic, social, political and environmental factors.The book gives a comprehensive overview and analysis of the patterns, causes and impacts of migration in the region.It also contains a multidisciplinary and nuanced perspective of the complex phenomenon of migration in West Africa, shedding light on its consequences and implications for the region and beyond.This book discusses theoretical perspectives and empirical findings on patterns, drivers and socioeconomic impacts of voluntary and involuntary migration in West Africa.The authors raise key research questions and outline recommendations for improving migration governance, protecting migrants and harnessing the benefits of migration for socioeconomic development in the countries of origin and destination.Furthermore, the book explores the policies, governance and institutional frameworks related to migration in West Africa, including issues of border management, migration regulation, human rights, social justice, the protection of migrants and regional co-operation.The authors have also focused on the role of international organisations, ngo s and other stakeholders in addressing the complexities of migration in the region.The book addresses, too, the challenges and opportunities of migration

Migration in West Africa , by Joseph Kofi Teye (ed.)

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