SIHMA

Researching Human Migration across Africa

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WHO WE ARE

Established in Cape Town, South Africa, in 2014, the Scalabrini Institute for Human Mobility in Africa (SIHMA) conducts research that contributes to informed policy-making and promotes the rights and dignity of migrants and refugees in Africa.

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Our Mission

To conduct and disseminate research that contributes to the understanding of human mobility and informs policies that ensure the rights and dignity of migrants, asylum seekers and refugees in Africa.

BLOG ON THE MOVE

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ONLINE DISSEMINATION: An assessment of legal frameworks for access to asylum for refugees and for the protection of Children on the Move in Malawi

Oct 28, 2026

On the 22 October, the Scalabrini Institute for Human Mobility in Africa (SIHMA) held an online Dissemination workshop for the launch of the research report titled: An assessment of legal frameworks...

Trapped Between Borders: The Hidden Crisis Facing Migrants and Refugees in Libya
A Nation in Motion: Nigeria's Triple Role as Migrant Source, Refuge and Crossroads
Research Launch: Refugees Integration in Uganda: Perspectives of Refugees, Stakeholders and the Host Community

Research Request

The staff at SIHMA and Scalabrini Centre of Cape Town value the interest shown by students, academics, and other researchers who seek the assistance of our organisations to aid their studies/research projects. Please note that only high-quality, novel, and methodologically sound proposals will be considered. You can complete the application form by clicking on the button below. Please read all related information carefully.

RESEARCH REQUESTS
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