Africa: Migrant Deaths Hit New Record in 2024 With At Least 8,938 Lives Lost

In 2024, over 8,938 migrants died while attempting to migrate, the highest number on record, with Asia and Africa being the most affected regions. The International Organization for Migration (IOM) emphasized the need for a global response to prevent further tragic loss of life, as the death toll continues to rise over the years. The IOM highlighted the importance of safe and legal migration routes to address the crisis of migrant deaths and called for adequate search and rescue systems to prevent further tragedies.

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