The Chairperson of the African Union (AU) Commission, Mahmoud Ali Youssouf, has expressed profound sorrow and issued an urgent call for enhanced regional co-operation following the tragic drowning of 109 migrants, including children, off the coast of Djibouti.
According to United Nations reports, the disaster occurred when a vessel carrying migrants capsized in treacherous waters along the perilous migration corridor.
Extending heartfelt condolences to the bereaved families, Youssouf highlighted the critical need for African nations and international partners to intensify efforts to combat human trafficking syndicates and dismantle smuggling networks.
He reiterated the AU Commission’s commitment to championing safe, orderly, and regular migration pathways across the continent while protecting the dignity and lives of vulnerable populations.
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