Abstract
The state of Eritrea is gradually losing its population. A variety of human rights violations including mandatory indefinite conscription is contributing to many Eritrean citizen’s choice to flee. Those that do flee, tend to go to Sudan or Ethiopia as there is a long historical and cultural connection between the three countries. Additionally, Sudan and Ethiopia have a variety of laws and institutions in place to help the various refugees they take in. However, while there is this legislation, refugees are still vulnerable segments of the population that face many troubles. This shared history, culture and the legal protections afforded to refugees, are some of the reasons why Eritreans choose to flee to Sudan or Ethiopia. Some refugees use Sudan and Ethiopia as a stepping stone on the way to Europe, this shared culture and history provides them of a taste of home while attempting to flee to a better life and the legal institutions offer them protection whether they choose to Sudan and Ethiopia or continue on their journey to Europe.
Recommended Citation
Stark, Elizabeth
(2018)
"Eritrea and the Migration Dilemma in the Horn of Africa,"
International ResearchScape Journal: Vol. 5, Article 3.
DOI: https://doi.org/10.25035/irj.05.01.03
Available at:
https://scholarworks.bgsu.edu/irj/vol5/iss1/3
DOI
https://doi.org/10.25035/irj.05.01.03
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