African Exodus: Mass Migration and the Future of Europe

African Exodus places the emphasis firmly on the causes of the refugee crisis, which are to be found not least in Europe itself, and charts ways in which we might deal with it effectively in the long term.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 290 pages
Publication date: 01 May 2018
Publisher: Haus Publishing

In 2015, a significant surge in the number of individuals from Africa and the Near East embarked on the journey to Europe, seeking refuge. By the end of that year, approximately 1.8 million migrants had arrived in the European Union (EU), with the majority crossing the Mediterranean Sea. Despite efforts to host refugees fleeing the war in Syria in Turkey and implement border controls in Eastern Europe, the number of refugees reaching Europe has remained consistently above half a million annually. This unprecedented migration presents Europe with its most significant challenge of the 21st century.

African Exodus delves into the root causes of the refugee crisis, attributing them not only to external factors but also to the internal dynamics of Europe. The book explores ways in which the EU can effectively address the refugee crisis in the long term, emphasizing the need for comprehensive solutions that address the root causes of migration. Asfa-Wossen Asserate also questions the distorted perception of Africa as a troubled continent, despite its immense richness. The author examines the role of corrupt, authoritarian regimes in hindering progress and development and explores why millions of individuals are fleeing to Europe. The book also examines the EU's complicity in the migration crisis and explores practical actions that can be taken to address the issue. Finally, African Exodus offers insights into the future prospects of the refugee crisis, considering the challenges and opportunities that lie ahead.

This book is a valuable resource for policymakers, activists, and individuals interested in understanding the complex dynamics of the refugee crisis and exploring potential solutions. By examining the causes, consequences, and potential solutions to the refugee crisis, African Exodus contributes to the ongoing debate about migration and refugee policies in Europe and beyond.

Weight: 292g
Dimension: 137 x 215 x 17 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781910376904