YANA Berlin expands support for new African migrants
Anita Nambalirwa and Eleonore Bekamenga of AYEKOO arbeit & ausbildung e.V. discuss career opportunities in the care sector at a workshop for refugees and new migrants during the German Dream
Special Feature: Banking Access for Refugees in Germany
Access to banking services is crucial for everyday life — whether for depositing and withdrawing money, making payments or receiving transfers. However, many African asylum-seekers and refugees in Germany struggle
Special: The long road Home and the life Sodiq Ade had hoped for
From a tough childhood in Lagos to an enduring journey to Germany and finally a return to Nigeria, Ade’s life has come full circle. With his own resilience and support
Hope Education Project Launches Pilot to Combat Human Trafficking in West Africa
The Hope Education Project (HEP) has announced the launch of a pioneering pilot project in Tamale, Northern Region, Ghana, aimed at preventing human trafficking through education and community empowerment. HEP
Fewer asylum applications in Europe in 2024
The number of asylum applications in Europe decreased significantly in 2024, according to news reports, quoting the German news agency dpa and newspaper Welt am Sonntag. In the 27 EU
StartHope@Home: New Perspectives for Returnees through Entrepreneurship Training
Berlin – One of the main concerns migrants have when considering returning to their countries of origin is finding a job to provide for themselves and their families. They may
Voluntary return: What are the main reasons for people to return from Germany to their countries of origin?
To many people, it may come as a surprise that people decide to voluntarily leave the country to which they immigrated. However, the reality for migrants is that not all
Berlin’s mayor advocates easing refugees’ access to labour market
Berlin’s Governing Mayor, Kai Wegner, has called for easing access to the labour market for refugees, highlighting the critical role of employment in successful integration. “Integration is best achieved by
Bundestag passes tough regulation on asylum-seekers
The German Bundestag has passed the controversial “security package,” a set of legislative reforms aimed at, among others, tightening public order and asylum regulations. The new measures, including a ban
Seeking Solutions: Bonn conference tackles Europe’s migration challenges
The 5th Conference of the German Network for Forced Migration Studies took place from 16-18 September in Bonn, bringing together over 400 participants from around the world for in-depth discussions