Trends and Drivers of Refugees in Africa

Adesina, Miracle Ayomikun; Adeel, Muhammad; Omigbile, Olamide; Abiodun, Adesola Oyinkansola; Adehunoluwa, Emmanuel A.; Oladele, Ruth; Olufadewa, Isaac Iyinoluwa; Abudu, Funmilayo; Onathoja, Ogheneruona; Adeyelu, Nancy

doi:10.21601/ejeph/11379

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“…According to the Office of the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR), the world is presently being faced with the utmost levels of displacement ever in history [6,7]. With an unmatched 65.3 million people forced to leave their homes as a result of war, conflicts, drought or poor economies, and the vulnerable population have variable access to health care in the country in which they reside [7]. Africa contributes a substantial number of refugees and migrants due to natural disasters, economic crises, and wars on the continent.…”

Section: The Plight Of Vulnerable African Refugeesmentioning

confidence: 99%

“…From 2000 to 2017, it is important to note that Africa accounted for about 14.7 million international migrants making it the second continent after Asia, which had the highest number of international migrants in the year in review [7]. There were a total of 118,374,355 refugees from different parts of Africa between the years 1990 and 2017 [7]. The yearly increase in the numbers of refugees in Africa and some other parts of the world can be associated with some factors.…”

Section: The Plight Of Vulnerable African Refugeesmentioning

confidence: 99%

“…The yearly increase in the numbers of refugees in Africa and some other parts of the world can be associated with some factors. These factors or drivers of refugee migration in Africa include natural disasters, climate change, violence and crises, and economic hardship [7]. Violent conflict and crises, such as the Boko Haram terrorism in Nigeria, the Anglophone-Francophone conflicts in Cameroon, and the Fulani attacks in Niger, are some of the predominant drivers of refugees in those regions [7].…”

Section: The Plight Of Vulnerable African Refugeesmentioning

confidence: 99%

“…Africa contributes a substantial number of refugees and migrants due to natural disasters, economic crises, and wars on the continent. From 2000 to 2017, it is important to note that Africa accounted for about 14.7 million international migrants making it the second continent after Asia, which had the highest number of international migrants in the year in review [7]. There were a total of 118,374,355 refugees from different parts of Africa between the years 1990 and 2017 [7].…”

Section: The Plight Of Vulnerable African Refugeesmentioning

confidence: 99%

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Neglected tropical diseases (NTDs) are widespread in tropical and subtropical climates and caused by bacteria, fungi, parasites, and viruses. These infections have devastating physical, social, and economic impacts worldwide, especially in underveloped communities. Migrant populations, such as refugees who may carry diseases or are exposed to them for the first time, face poverty, famine, and bad living conditions. The pandemic's twofold burden and long‐term impact on NTDs among African refugees are highlighted in this article. Sub‐Saharan Africa accounts for roughly 90% of the disease burden due to poverty and some NTDs’ special propensity to thrive in its climates. After a disruption, such as displacement due to war, infectious disease transmission will rise until it reaches pre‐intervention levels if treatments are not started. COVID‐19 threatens NTD control and elimination efforts, which are now directly affected by it. Due to high population density, social isolation is difficult in most African refugee camps. In such circumstances, poor sanitation and lack of access to water make hand hygiene practically impossible. Over the past few decades, refugees and their settlements and camps have faced socioeconomic and health challenges. In order for vulnerable populations, like the refugees, not to be left behind, they should not be forgotten and countries should prepare for the revival of community‐based engagement.

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Section: The Plight Of Vulnerable African Refugeesmentioning

confidence: 99%

Section: The Plight Of Vulnerable African Refugeesmentioning

confidence: 99%