By Chisomo Phiri
The International Organization for Migration (IOM) has underscored the importance of developing humane and comprehensive migration policies to promote social cohesion, economic stability, and uphold the rights and dignity of migrants in the country.
Speaking at an International Migrants Day event in Mchinji on Wednesday, UN Resident Coordinator Rebecca Adda Dontoh emphasized the critical role of safe migration in ensuring the well-being of migrants and addressing migration challenges.
Dontoh stressed that every step, from policy formulation to implementation, is vital in safeguarding the well-being of migrants.
She urged the government to expedite the approval of a national migration policy, currently pending cabinet endorsement.
Deputy Commissioner of Immigration and Citizens Services, Annie Tionge Kaonga, acknowledged the government’s efforts to enhance security along uncharted migration routes, aligning with the UN’s “Know Before You Go” campaign.
The event, themed “Every Step – Towards Regular Pathways for Migration,” aimed to raise awareness about international migration policies and empower individuals to make informed decisions.
Globally, over 281 million people were on the move by 2022, with 4 out of 100 people in transit daily, highlighting the urgency of addressing migration challenges effectively.
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