Netzaktivist Bassel Khartabil aus Syrien Der Bräutigam der Revolution Der Software-Entwickler Bassel Khartabil ist tot. Laut seiner Frau wurde der Mitte-30-Jährige bereits vor zwei Jahren vom syrischen Regime hingerichtet. Von Jannis Hagmann 2.8.2017
Essay „Konföderationslösung“ in Nahost Israels linke Vorreiter Die „Zweistaatenlösung“ in Israel und Palästina wird immer unrealistischer. Doch es gibt neue Ideen, vor allem die der „Konföderation“. Von Dahlia Scheindlin 4.6.2017
EU-funds for African states Curbing Migration at any cost Billions flow to Africa, to stop people from coming to Europe. How much does the EU exactly pay for the border service? Von Christian Jakob 15.12.2016
European migration policy in Africa Moving Europe’s borders to Africa Europe wants to “fight the root causes of migration“ by providing more aid to Africa. A cynical game: they are effectively paying for people to be detained. Von Christian Jakob 15.12.2016
Migration policy and arms industry The business with high-tech borders Radar, „intelligent“ border posts, biometrics, surveillance: to keep Africans away, any means is right. Von Fabian Grieger und Simone Schlindwein 15.12.2016
EU migration policy in Adrica Between Aid and Paternalism Three cities stand for EU migration policy in Africa: Rabat, Karthum and Valetta. Those were the places of negotiations about money and readmission. Von Eric Bonse 15.12.2016
Migration policy in Germany Nervous activity No idea seems to far fetched for discussion. Internment in Africa, termination of rescue operations at sea – everything just for the sake of keeping refugees away. Von Christian Jakob 15.12.2016
Migration policy in Ghana Against migration with a vengeance Neither asylum rights nor a visa: The chances that many Ghanaians will make it to Europe are slim to none. The EU keeps banking on its tactic of deterring them and sending them back. Von Katrin Gänsler 13.12.2016
Migration policy in Ivory Coast Getting out at all costs Ivory Coast has long been a popular target country for immigrants from West Africa. These days, however, many want to leave the country, especially young people. Von Katrin Gänsler 13.12.2016
Migration policy in Kenya How Refugees became terrorists Kenya has been the largest refugee camp in the world for 25 years. Now it is to be closed. The Somali refugees were declared terrorists. Von Simone Schlindwein 12.12.2016
Migration policy in Mali Corruption and control Much has been done to bolster security along Mali’s once porous border. Local police forces are only all too happy to implement the new border regime as demanded by the EU, with border crossings often requiring payment of a 'fee’. Von Hans-Georg Eberl und Moussa Ouédraogo 12.12.2016
Refugees and migrants in Nigeria Always Eye to Eye Nigeria was the first country to sign a migration and mobility treaty with the EU. The EU Delegation is working intensely to negotiate a readmission agreement, but Nigeria is expecting compensation. Von Andrea Stäritz 12.12.2016
Migration policy in Uganda Economically potent flagship It acts as a virtual paradise for refugees in the heart of war torn Africa, whilst the economy booms – a success story. Von Simone Schlindwein 12.12.2016
Migration policy in South Sudan Far from Europe The South Sudanese civil war turns thousands into refugees every day, but this story, with millions of displaced persons, still remains an internal African refugee tragedy. Von Dominic Johnson 12.12.2016
Migration policy in Israel Weapons against refugees? First, Israel detained migrants in camps, now they are being deported to African ‚third countries‘ – possibly in exchange for weapons exports. Von Susanne Knaul 12.12.2016
Migration policy in Italy On the front line of migrant control Italy’s aim is to outsource migration control to Africa. To achieve its goal, it is tactically signing agreements to ensure that fewer migrants arrive on its shores by boat. Von Michael Braun 12.12.2016
Migration policy in Gambia A new hope For years, the Gambia's young people have fled abroad to escape poverty and repression. In 2016, however, a new president was elected. Adama Barrow promises alternatives to emigration. Von Andrea Stäritz 12.12.2016
Migration Policy in Senegal Sea Horse reining in migration Ten years ago EU agency FRONTEX opened its first office in a non-member country at the same time as it began closing the sea route to Spain. The surrounding waters are currently being monitored by Operation Sea Horse. Now there are calls for investment from the diaspora to revive the Senegalese nation. Von Andrea Stäritz 12.12.2016
Migration policy in Spain „We are part of the solution“ Spain was the first European country to use development aid on a grand scale to stop the migrants from coming. This is thought to be the model for current efforts of the EU. Von Reiner Wandler 12.12.2016
Migration policy of ECOWAS Open borders: an ambitious vision Free movement and free trade within the region form the foundation of the West African economic community. But freedom of movement isn’t granted without the documentation of citizens and increased co-operation between police forces. Von Andrea Stäritz 12.12.2016