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MiFOOD partner S. Irudaya Rajan publishes new book on migration, COVID-19, and cities
New publication: Handbook on Rural-Urban Linkages in the Global South
“New Directions in South-South Migration” launched at the 4th Annual MiFOOD Conference
MiFOOD partner S. Irudaya Rajan publishes new book on migration, COVID-19, and cities
New publication: Handbook on Rural-Urban Linkages in the Global South
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Migration, Food Insecurity and Angolan Migrants in Namibia
This study examines the food security challenges faced by Angolan migrants in Namibia, focusing on the interplay between migration, livelihoods, and food insecurity. Drawing on survey data from households in Northern towns and the capital city of Namibia, the research reveals high levels of food insecurity among Angolan migrants, characterized by limited dietary diversity and a reliance on coping strategies…
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Migrant remittances have been recognized as vital resources for the well-being of recipient households and communities, as well as for sustainable development in the Global South. However, these flows can be impeded by limitations in the infrastructure, financial systems, and regulatory environments of both sending and receiving countries, as exemplified by the high costs associated with remitting to sub-Saharan Africa….