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African youth migrating for better prospects

September 6, 2023

Japa is a word used in Nigeria for youth who are leaving the country to look for better opportunities abroad. But this term does not only apply to Nigerians but other African youth leaving to study or work abroad. This can be because of unemployment, high cost of living an little opportunities. But is leaving your country a better solution?

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Producer/Host: Okeri Ngutjinazo

Edit: Jane Nyingi

Contribution: Sam Olukoya, Mirriam Kaliza

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