November Press Review
International There are no better experts on refugees than refugees: Nhial Deng on why politicians need to listen The Guardian, 9 October 2023 That day was the start of an incredible journey for Deng, which culminated in him receiving a prestigious prize during the United Nations general assembly last month that recognised his work over the past 14 years in helping other refugees. Deng was born in Ethiopia, where his...
October Press Review
Image by Elias from Pixaby South Sudan: Refugees fleeing the war in Sudan at risk of hunger - WFP
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Roxie Richner's Reflection of the Internship at SIHMA
My name is Roxie Richner and I’m an undergraduate at Michigan State University in the United States, studying Social Relations and Public Policy. I have several years of prior work experience at human rights NGOs, political campaigns, and advocacy groups. After earning my BA, I intend to pursue a second degree in law, social work, or public policy. I’ve had the pleasure of interning at the Scalabrini Institute for Human Mobility in Africa (SIHMA) in Cape Town from the...
Nelson Mandela Day 2023
Photo by Ashim D’Silva on Unsplash Each year, Nelson Mandela International Day is celebrated on 18 July, celebrating the life and legacy of former President Nelson Mandela. Its purpose is to commemorate Mandela’s commitment to human rights on his day of birth and encourage people to take action to inspire change across the globe. The event originated in 2009, following a resolution passed by the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA). It was inspired by calls by Mandela to...
Legal Stay Granted for Zimbabwean Migrants
Photo by Cytonn Photography on Unsplash On June 28th, the Pretoria High Court declared that the Minister of DHA’s decision to terminate the Zimbabwean Exemption Permit (ZEP) was “unlawful and unconstitutional.” The first exemption permit for Zimbabweans was established by South Africa in 2009 as the Dispensation of Zimbabwean Permit (DZP) to assist those fleeing political and economic instability (Mhaka, 2023). The permit was eventually reissued as the Zimbabwean Special Dispensation Permit (ZSP) and finally as the Zimbabwe...
Africa Day 2023
Photo by Ian Scheneider on Unsplash Africa Day falls on 25th May each year, with celebration events to mark the day around the country. Africa Day was established by the African Union and aims to celebrate African diversity and success and the cultural and economic potential of the continent. In Ireland, events to mark Africa Day are supported by Irish Aid at the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade, the Government’s programme for overseas development. When the Organisation of...
