Situation Report

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.

On 29 and 30 June 2024,  armed bandits attacked the communities of Sabaru, Tukurwa in Zurmi ward of Zurmi local government area (LGA) and Magezawa in Galadima Dan Galadima ward in Kaura Namoda local government area (LGA) of Zamfara State and the community Idon ruwa in Tidibale ward of Isa local government area (LGA) of Sokoto State. Ten casualties/injuries were reported. The attack affected 1, 133 individuals in 227 households. The affected individuals included 634 children, 281 women and 218 men.

Of all the needs identified, food and security were the most prevalent. Other needs included shelter and non-food items (NFI).

Following these events, DTM (Displacement Tracking Matrix) field staff conducted rapid assessments to inform the humanitarian community and Government/partners, and to enable a targeted response. 

Niniejsze badanie ma na celu zapewnienie wglądu w interakcje, postrzeganie i potencjalne obszary poprawy w relacjach między migrantami spoza Ukrainy w Polsce a polskimi organami porządku publicznego, ze szczególnym uwzględnieniem Polskiej Policji. Raport zawiera główne ustalenia badawcze, a także zalecenia dotyczące zarówno zaangażowania polskich organów porządku publicznego w społeczności migrantów spoza Ukrainy, jak i projektowania przyszłych programów humanitarnych.

Zastrzeżenie: Niniejszy raport został opublikowany przez jednostkę badawczą Data and Research Unit IOM Polska i nie jest oparty na narzędziach ani metodologii Displacement Tracking Matrix. Raport został zaprezentowany tutaj dla ułatwienia jego rozpowszechniania.

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).

According to the latest figures from the Turkish Presidency of Migration Management (PMM), there are more than 4.5 million foreigners in Türkiye, of whom 3.4 million are seeking international protection. Most of them are Syrians (3,114,099) who have been granted temporary protection status. Another group of foreigners are international protection holders mainly from Iraq, Afghanistan, the Islamic Republic of Iran and Ukraine. In 2023, according to the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR), there were 296,685 refugees and asylum-seekers in Türkiye. In addition, 1,125,623 foreigners with residence permits were in Türkiye as of May 2024, which is 175,714 people less than in May 2023.

IOM Yemen DTM’s Rapid Displacement Tracking (RDT) tool collects data on estimated numbers of households forced to flee on a daily basis from their locations of origin or displacement, allowing for regular reporting of new displacements in terms of estimated numbers, geography, and needs. It also tracks returnees who returned to their location of origin.

From 1 January to 29 June 2024, IOM Yemen DTM tracked 1,622 households (HH) (9,732 Individuals) who experienced displacement at least once.

Between 23 and 29 June 2024, IOM Yemen DTM tracked 43 households (258 individuals) displaced at least once. The majority of people moved into/within the following governorates and districts:

• Ma’rib (33 HHs) – Ma’rib City (23 HHs), Ma’rib (7 HHs), Harib (3 HHs) districts. Most displacements in the governorate originated from Al Hodeidah and Ibb.
• Al Hodeidah (5 HHs) – Hays (5 HHs) district. Most displacements in the governorate originated from Ta’iz and Al Hodeidah.
• Ta’iz (5 HHs) – Al Misrakh (5 HHs) district. Most displacements in the governorate originated from Al Jawf.

The majority of people moved from the following governorates and districts:

• Al Hodeidah (15 HHs) – Az Zuhrah (3 HHs), Al Jarrahi (2 HHs), As Sukhnah (2 HHs) districts.
• Ta’iz (5 HHs) – Maqbanah (3 HHs), Sharab As Salam (1 HH), Al Mudhaffar (1 HH) districts.
• Al Jawf (5 HH) – Al Maslub (3 HHs), Khab wa Ash Shaf (1 HH), Al Khalaq (1 HH) districts.

El informe de Tendencias Migratorias en Centroamérica, Norteamérica y el Caribe resume las dinámicas migratorias recientes en la region, con el propósito de ayudar a expandir la base de evidencia para la toma de decisiones en materia migratoria. El informe se basa en fuentes públicas disponibles regularmente y busca solventar las necesidades de información de gobiernos, donantes, agencias de Naciones Unidas, academia y sociedad civil.

El informe de Tendencias Migratorias en Centroamérica, Norteamérica y el Caribe resume las dinámicas migratorias recientes en la region, con el propósito de ayudar a expandir la base de evidencia para la toma de decisiones en materia migratoria. El informe se basa en fuentes públicas disponibles regularmente y busca solventar las necesidades de información de gobiernos, donantes, agencias de Naciones Unidas, academia y sociedad civil.

El informe de Tendencias Migratorias en Centroamérica, Norteamérica y el Caribe resume las dinámicas migratorias recientes en la region, con el propósito de ayudar a expandir la base de evidencia para la toma de decisiones en materia migratoria. El informe se basa en fuentes públicas disponibles regularmente y busca solventar las necesidades de información de gobiernos, donantes, agencias de Naciones Unidas, academia y sociedad civil.