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Intra-African Migration: Exploring the Role of Human Development, Institutions, and Climate Shocks

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  • Désiré Kanga
  • Mr. Boileau Loko
  • Gomez Agou
  • Mr. Kangni R Kpodar

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We examine push and pull factors, including demographic, geography, culture, economic and human development, politics and climate, and uncover the key determinants shaping migration patterns within Africa. Our findings emphasize the significance of political (instability, ethnic tensions) and socio-demographic (human development, common language, population size and structure) factors, climate shocks, along with economic motivations, in driving intra-African migration. Understanding these multifaceted factors is vital for policymakers in formulating effective strategies to leverage human capital mobility to promote sustainable development in the region.

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  • Désiré Kanga & Mr. Boileau Loko & Gomez Agou & Mr. Kangni R Kpodar, 2024. "Intra-African Migration: Exploring the Role of Human Development, Institutions, and Climate Shocks," IMF Working Papers 2024/097, International Monetary Fund.
    • Handle: RePEc:imf:imfwpa:2024/097
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    Migration; climate shocks; human development; political risk;
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