It appears that the Somalis in South Africa have a dilemma on their hands. There is plenty of crime in South Africa, but yet all of Somalia is not safe. However, we can understand why many want to be reunited with their families.
How Safe Is Going Home To Somalia? Analysis
By IRIN
November 30, 2013
By Kristy Siegfried
Not so long ago, Somali asylum seekers were arriving in South Africa at a rate of about 1,500 a month. Even a year ago, about 100 a week were still trickling in, according to the Somali Association of South Africa. These days, many more are departing than arriving, and most of them are leaving on flights bound for Mogadishu, Somalias capital.
Life is difficult for them in South Africa, said Reys Ofman, general secretary of the Somali Association. But mainly [they are going] because of the changes in Somalia.
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How Safe Is Going Home To Somalia? - Analysis Eurasia Review
How Safe Is Going Home To Somalia? Analysis
By IRIN
November 30, 2013
By Kristy Siegfried
Not so long ago, Somali asylum seekers were arriving in South Africa at a rate of about 1,500 a month. Even a year ago, about 100 a week were still trickling in, according to the Somali Association of South Africa. These days, many more are departing than arriving, and most of them are leaving on flights bound for Mogadishu, Somalias capital.
Life is difficult for them in South Africa, said Reys Ofman, general secretary of the Somali Association. But mainly [they are going] because of the changes in Somalia.
To read entire article go to:
How Safe Is Going Home To Somalia? - Analysis Eurasia Review