Flow Monitoring

• For the first time since January 2024 (210), almost 200 migrants arrived in Yemen from Djibouti, a point of departure that has seen greatly reduced flows since the start of the the joint military campaign targeting the coastline of Lahj aimed at impeding migrants arrivals.

• Although economic reasons remain the main migration driver along the Eastern Corridor, the number of movements tracked in Obock travelling towards the Arabian Peninsula due to conflict, violence or persecution almost tripled between April (456) and May (1,266).

• Return movements to Obock and Tadjourah from Yemen almost doubled (+97%, 1,240) in May, which underscores the significant challenges that migrants face in Yemen and the desperate circumstances that lead them to take the risky journey back to the Horn of Africa.

• In May, the highest number of people were forcibly returned from Saudi Arabia to Ethiopia in a single month (21,293) since July 2021 (31,911), and the second highest when records began in 2017.

The IOM Afghanistan’s DTM Flow Monitoring activity is designed to provide insights into the mobility patterns at Afghanistan’s border points with the Islamic Republic of Iran and Pakistan. The activity involves two interlinked exercises: the Flow Monitoring Counting (FMC), a headcount of individuals crossing the border, and the Flow Monitoring Surveys (FMS), which collect data on the profiles and intentions of randomly selected Afghan nationals. DTM FM is operational at four main crossing points (connected to Afghanistan’s National Highway) as well as six other crossing points with Islamic Republic of Iran and Pakistan. This weekly snapshot combines information from the FM activity and various IOM sources related to cross-border movement. For a detailed explanation of the methodology used in gathering this data, the report directs readers to the section titled “IOM INFLOW DATA” on the last page.

Los movimientos migratorios mixtos de personas nicaragüenses hacia Costa Rica son una tendencia constante, intensificándose por factores políticos, económicos y sociales y que representan desafíos continuos para ambos países en la búsqueda de respuestas en materia de políticas migratorias, que incluyan soluciones en empleo, educación, acceso a servicios básicos, entre otros.

Durante Mayo de 2024, la Dirección General de Migración y Extranjería (DGME) de Costa Rica, registró un total 41.235 movimientos migratorios (46% ingresos y 54% egresos), lo que además representó, con respecto a abril, una disminución del 18% en ingresos y un aumento del 15% en egresos. Por otro lado, entre el 15 y el 31 de mayo, la OIM en Costa Rica registró 10.211 movimientos migratorios en dos puntos fronterizos no oficiales (41% ingresos y 59% egresos).

Entender la dinámica fronteriza de quienes la transitan es fundamental en la comprensión de las necesidades de población migrante y la formulación de propuestas para su atención. Ante estos desafíos, es esencial disponer de información actualizada sobre el perfil sociodemográfico, motivos de migración, necesidades y la dinámica de los movimientos migratorios de persona nicaragüenses en la frontera norte de Costa Rica.

The mixed migratory movements of Nicaraguan nationals to Costa Rica are a constant trend, intensifying due to political, economic and social factors and representing continuous challenges for both countries in the search for answers in terms of migration policies, which include solutions in employment, education, access to basic services, among others.

During May 2024, the General Directorate of Migration (DGME, by its Spanish acronym) of Costa Rica registered a total of 41,235 migratory movements (46% entries and 54% exits), which also represented, compared to April, a decrease of 18%. in entries and a 15% increase in exits. On the other hand, from May 15 and 31, IOM in Costa Rica registered 10,211 migratory movements at two unofficial border points (41% entries and 59% exits).

Understanding the border dynamics of those who cross it is fundamental in comprehending the needs of the migrant population and formulating proposals for their attention. Given these challenges, it is essential to have updated information on the sociodemographic profile, migration motives, needs, and dynamics of Nicaraguan migration movements at the northern border of Costa Rica.

This report is an overview of the data collected from 1 to 31 May 2024 at Mangochi FMP in Malawi along the border with Mozambique and Karonga FMP in Malawi along the border with the United Republic of Tanzania. The Flow Monitoring Registry (FMR) collects data at Flow Monitoring Points (FMPs) through direct observation and interviews with key informants, including staff working at transit stations, border patrol officers, local authorities, bus or taxi drivers and travellers themselves. The FMR gathers data on the number of travellers crossing FMPs, as well as the provenance, next destination, vulnerabilities and means of transport of travellers.

This fact sheet provides a bi-weekly update on migration-related events off the Libyan coast. During the reporting period, 226 migrants were intercepted and returned to Libya during the reporting period.

IOM Uganda is pleased to share with you it’s the third Refugee Flow Monitoring report (FMR) for the period between 20 April to 20 May 2024 which is under the EU funded project aiming at “Strengthening Uganda’s national and sub-national institutions and systems to address the challenges of forced displacement and migration in Uganda”.

Over the reporting period, a total of 7,827 movements were observed at five Flow Monitoring Points (FMPs). These locations were chosen strategically as major transit points for monitoring movements in and out of Nakivale refugee settlement from the border between Uganda and the Democratic Republic of Congo through Nyakabande Transit Center.

More than half (69%) of the migrants at the Flow Monitoring Points self-declared as Congolese, Ugandans (20%), Burudian (5%), Rwandese (4%) and Others (2%).

The majority of movement from Nakivale refugee settlement were incoming flows (59%) against outgoing flows (41%). Forty-three per cent of the observed movements were refugees at the five Flow Monitoring Points. The means of transport mostly used were by foot (38%), motor bike & bike (31%), taxi or car (18%), truck (7%), bus (5%) and others (1%).

The majority of the flows were due to family reasons (20%), forced movement due to conflict (18%) and economic reasons (18%). Most of the movements were observed at the Nakivale check point FMP (32%) followed by Busanza (31%), Bunagana (17%), Nyakabande Transit Center (12%) and Rugaaga (8%). Among the migration flows, the most vulnerable groups were children under five (8%), pregnant and/lactating mother (7%) and the elderly (<1%).

This report provides an overview of the findings from the Transhumance Tracking Tool (TTT) feedback survey, focusing on the impact of TTT activities in Kaduna and Katsina states, particularly in conflict mitigation and peacebuilding among farmers and herders communities. It highlights the key areas where the TTT has been most effective and identifies opportunities for further improvement. The International Organization for Migration (IOM) is implementing the TTT activity through the Displacement Tracking Matrix (DTM), in line with its global methodology and framework under mobility tracking. The TTT component comprises the Early Warning and Early Response (EWER) system and Transhumance Flow Monitoring (TFM).
The survey was conducted between 05 - 15 April 2024, through Focus Group Discussions (FGDs) and direct interviews at the Local Government Area (LGA) and state levels, investigating the relevance and impact of TTT activities in communities where TTT is active. The key findings indicate a high level of awareness, with 100 per cent of respondents acknowledging TTT activities and their contribution to conflict mitigation and peacebuilding. Improved peace in the community was cited by 42 per cent of respondents, while 24 per cent noted that TTT activity supported conflict prevention, mitigation, and resolution.

This report provides insights into the profiles, experiences, needs, routes travelled and intentions of migrants transiting through the Western Balkans. IOM surveyed 1,307 migrants from 1 May to 31 May 2024 in Albania, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Montenegro, North Macedonia, Serbia and Kosovo*.

* References to Kosovo* shall be understood in the context of UN Security Council Resolution 1244 (1999).

This report provides insights into the profiles, experiences, needs, routes travelled and intentions of migrants transiting through Bosnia and Herzegovina (BiH). Data was collected from 1 to 30 May 2024. IOM carried out a route observation exercise in the Republika Srpska, Sarajevo Canton, Posavina Canton, Tuzla Canton, Bosnian- Podrinje Canton and Una Sana Canton to monitor trends in entries and exits as well as transit modalities within BiH. IOM also surveyed 272 migrants in active transit locations such as bus stops or at key entry and exit locations throughout the country as well as in four transit reception centres (TRCs) in BiH (Lipa, Ušivak, Borići and Blažuj).