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Inequalities
Grappling with South-South migration and inequalities at the Development Studies Association annual conference
A three-part panel discussion at the Development Studies Association annual conference convened by MIDEQ researchers explored concepts, case studies and comparative perspectives on South-South migration and inequality.
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The impact of COVID-19 on the flow of remittances in the Ethiopia-South Africa migration corridor
The impact of the pandemic on migrants’ country of origin is uneven, and major migrant-sending regions are more adversely affected. This is most obvious in the sharp decline in remittance flows. In South Africa, most of the Ethiopian migrants have settled and work in urban and rural black townships and engage in the informal retail sector – which is more affected by the travel restrictions than other parts of the economy.
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COVID-19's impact on Bangladeshi international migrants
Bangladesh’s population of 170 million is heavily dependent on the overseas employment and remittances. Most of the migrants seeking jobs in the Gulf and Southeast Asian countries are now unduly affected by the global pandemic. Faced with enormous pressure, the Bangladesh government has taken some initiatives to tackle the challenges associated with returnee migrants in light of COVID-19, consequently ensuring well-being for those who remains outside.
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Business only - why are most African businessmen in Yiwu young men?
About 95,000 African businessmen visit Yiwu every year. The MIDEQ team in China interviewed African businessmen in Yiwu and found that young businessmen often stay in Yiwu while older businessmen often choose to return home. This is a reflection of the intergenerational division of labour in the family.
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