Routledge Handbook of Contemporary African Migration

This interdisciplinary handbook provides a comprehensive guide to understanding the history, trends, and patterns of migration within and from Africa. The handbook critically analyses the ways in which wider political and economic contexts shape migration, as well as delving into the importance of understanding the lived experience of migrants.

Bringing together work from established and emerging scholars from around the world, this book combats some of the myths and misconceptions that perpetuate about African migration. The book demonstrates that most migration occurs within the continent, rather than outside of it, and also aims to shed light on aspects of migration which are harder to study, such as data and remittances. Key themes covered in the handbook include:

• History of migration in and from Africa

  • Geography of contemporary African migration
  • The nature and 'lived' experience of contemporary African diasporas
  • Migration and development in the African context
  • Migration governance
  • Future trajectories of African migration

  At a time when much research about African migration remains scattered and fragmented, the Handbook of African Migration will be a key resource for scholars of migration and African studies, and related disciplines across international development, sociology, geography, and politics.