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Lives in transit: migration routes in West Africa - Analysis of the movements and risks faced by children and young people (June 2025)

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This report aims to provide a detailed overview of the international migration movements of young people and caregivers of children within West Africa. It identifies the main routes they take, examines the conditions under which they travel, and assesses the risks to which they are exposed, particularly in hotspots where the dangers are most pronounced.