Why migrants flee failed states and seek greener pastures abroad

“If we frame it as an African issue, it means then we are targeting Africans because there are foreign nationals from Europe who are also here in South Africa who might be here to make ends meet, or for other reasons,” said Breakfast.

The ongoing movement of migrants from Africa to other countries, including Europe, is due to governance failure and “sit-tight” leaders who refuse to vacate their cushy seats of power, say political analysts.“It is important this matter be addressed at multilateral level, such as by the Southern African Development Community, the Economic Community of West African States and the African Union, so affected countries are held accountable for democratic values, such as holding regular elections and ensuring political stability.”