Therefore, this snapshot delves into the information gaps experienced by people on the move in the Central Sahel, and explores how information is accessed as well as the sources of information most relied upon and trusted. Key findings• The majority of respondents (61%) experienced information gaps, either before and/or during their journey. • Safety/security (40%) and costs (34%) were the most reported information gaps:• Access to safety and security information was reported as a need, whether respondents had travelled through dangerous locations (42%) or not (38%). • Amongst respondents who reported information gaps and used a smuggler, almost half (49%) indicated challenges in obtaining costs-related information. • During their journey, surveyed migrants obtain information from a broader array of sources such as other migrants (42%), local communities (37%), travel agents (35%), and smugglers (24%).

Source: The North Africa Journal June 14, 2024 08:39 UTC