Migration irrégulière : Moussa Diakhaté prône la territorialisation de la commande publique pour inciter les jeunes à rester
The future of the world is being decided in Africa. It's an open secret! Indeed, due to its young population, strategic mineral resources, vast land holdings (60% of the planet's uncultivated arable land), and economic growth potential, the continent is a key player on the world stage in the 21st century. At the same time, waves of young people are leaving the continent, risking their lives in search of an El Dorado that is no longer what it seems.
This paradox was at the heart of discussions during a seminar organised on Thursday, January 29, 2026, by the International Human Rights Commission - Relief Fund (IHRC-RFT) under the theme: "Youth, migration and local opportunities: staying and building resilient futures".
The Honorable Member of Parliament, Moussa Diakhaté, Executive Director of the IHRC-RFT office in Senegal, emphasized the need to reverse the trend of migration flows, particularly given Africa's growing appeal to global markets. He stressed the importance of implementing incentive policies to support handicrafts and youth entrepreneurship.
“We have observed for some decades that the most representative, the most dynamic segment of our population is beginning to leave the country in undignified conditions. As an international human rights organization, we wanted to raise the issue, invite stakeholders to diagnose the problem together and find solutions,” he emphasizes from the outset, returning to the meaning of this activity.
According to him, this paradox stems from young people's disillusionment with the way African states are governed. However, social pressure and a lack of opportunities also contribute to a very bleak outlook for many young Africans. "We need to rethink our training model and adapt it to the needs of our job market. We must also support graduates and project leaders in Senegal. Crafts must be supported. The informal sector must be structured. It is the state's duty to promote local consumption," he emphasizes.
The former parliamentarian advocates for the territorialization of public procurement to give small local businesses a chance to win contracts, as the new government had recommended by including artisans in public contracts. "For me, the challenge is to equip our artisans with the resources and knowledge to produce the best products. Once small local businesses develop, employment will follow and the migration trend will reverse," he believes.
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