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.

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The Sudan Civil War: Barriers Across Borders

Jul 15, 2025

The Sudan Civil War is a raging conflict whose intense fighting has created the worst Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs) crisis in history (UNHCR, 2025). After two years of war, the Internal...

The Eastern Route: Where Despair Crosses Borders and Hope Dies Quietly
The Perfect Storm: Why Central and Western Africa Are Experiencing Record Displacement
Empowering Youth: Honoring Courage, Fighting for Change & Shaping a Better Future

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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