Spain’s Canary Islands See Surge in Migrants

El Hierro, part of Spain’s Canary Islands, has become a major destination for African migrants seeking better opportunities. In 2023, over 14,500 people arrived on the small island, with numbers continuing to rise in 2024. Migrants, hailing from countries like Senegal, Gambia, and Mali, arrive in boats called cayucos, and the island’s residents, known as…

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washingtontimes.com - 24/Oct 19:08

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the irish times - 06/Nov 06:00

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UCY to host Open Day for island’s international communities

cyprus-mail.com - 31/Oct 15:50

The University of Cyprus (UCY) is excited to announce an Open Day event organised specifically for all international communities residing in Cyprus....

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