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Ethiopia: Migration Along the Eastern Southern Africa Route (January–December 2025) - Report 3 | January–September 2025 Publication: 6 July 2026
By International Organization for Migration at ReliefWeb
· July 6, 2026
· 3 min read
Countries: Ethiopia, Angola, Comoros, Kenya, Madagascar, Malawi, Mozambique, Somalia, United Republic of Tanzania, Zimbabwe . About the Report East, Horn and Southern Africa IOM Regional Data Hub The Eastern Southern Africa Route is a risky migration route travelled by migrants across the East, Horn
Key takeaway This report provides updates on complex migratory dynamics through Ethiopia, Somalia, Kenya, the United Republic of Tanzania, Malawi, Mozambique, Zimbabwe and South Africa based on diverse data sources and consultations with key informants.
Why this matters
The decline in outgoing migration from Ethiopia by 28% in 2025, as reported by the IOM Regional Data Hub, may be attributed to temporary local employment opportunities and movement restrictions. However, this trend also highlights the complex and dynamic nature of migration patterns in the region. The increase in migration flows in Kenya and Malawi, despite overall declines in Zimbabwe and Mozambique, suggests that migrants are adapting to changing circumstances and seeking alternative routes. The significant protection risks faced by migrants, including exposure to smuggling and trafficking, underscore the need for continued support and assistance from organizations like the IOM. The fact that around 1,300 migrants were assisted at Migration Response Centres in 2025 demonstrates the importance of these efforts, but also indicates that much work remains to be done to address the root causes of migration and ensure the safety and dignity of those on the move.
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Category: disaster ·
Published: July 6, 2026 ·
Source: ReliefWeb ·
Reading time: 3 min
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