Senegalese Risk Deadly Atlantic Route for European Dreams
Despite perilous conditions, thousands of young Senegalese attempt the Atlantic crossing to Spain in search of better opportunities.
Overview
- More than 22,300 migrants have landed on the Canary Islands this year, a 126% increase from last year.
- The Atlantic route from West Africa to the Canary Islands is one of the deadliest migration paths globally.
- Fishing agreements with the EU and China have depleted local fish stocks, pushing more Senegalese to migrate.
- Efforts by the EU to curb migration through a deal with Mauritania have had limited impact.
- Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez is visiting West Africa to address the migration crisis.