Over 300 Representatives Gather for Second Africa Review of Global Compact for Migration
What was the event about?
- 300+ representatives from African member states, stakeholders, UN, and African Union Commission
- Second Africa review of Global Compact for Safe, Orderly, and Regular Migration (GCM)
- Co-convened by IOM and UN ECA on behalf of UN Migration Network
Why is it significant?
- Discussions from the event will inform the International Migration Review Forum in 2026
- Focus on safe, orderly, and regular migration in African countries
The second Africa review of the Global Compact for Safe, Orderly, and Regular Migration (GCM) brought together over 300 representatives from African member states, stakeholders, the UN system, and the African Union Commission in Addis Ababa. Co-convened by the International Organization for Migration (IOM) and the United Nations Economic Commission for Africa (UN ECA) on behalf of the UN Migration Network, this three-day event aimed to discuss and analyze key aspects of migration in the African context. The outcomes and discussions from this event will play a crucial role in shaping policies and strategies related to migration in the region and will help inform the International Migration Review Forum (IMRF) scheduled for 2026. This event is a testament to the commitment of African countries and international organizations towards achieving safe, orderly, and regular migration practices within the region.
Source: www.iom.int