Causes and consequences of rural-urban migration: The case of Juba Metropolitan, Republic of South Sudan

Moses, Lomoro Alfred Babi; Guogping, Xiong; John, Leju Celestino Ladu

doi:10.1088/1755-1315/81/1/012130

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“…In the villages within the Gumbo-Sirikat district, migration inflows primarily revolve around individuals seeking rental housing and relocating to urban areas in pursuit of employment opportunities, confirming the evidence from Yor [35] and Moses et al [20]. The rapid urbanisation of this district, which began in earnest upon its establishment in 2005, has served as a magnet, drawing in residents from nearby rural regions.…”

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Migration Dynamics in Rejaf Payam, South Sudan: Inbound and Outbound Patterns and Impact on Those Left Behind

Sassi

2024

Sustainability

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Exploring migration patterns in Sub-Saharan Africa is vital for unravelling the intricate interplay of demographic, economic, social, and cultural forces shaping the region. This paper specifically centres on migration patterns within Rejaf Payam, Juba County, South Sudan. Its aim is to shed light on both inbound and outbound migration and their impact on vulnerable individuals who choose to stay in their original communities, with a particular focus on women. This study complements the existing literature that exclusively concentrates on the experiences of internally displaced persons and refugees either at their arrival destinations or during the migration process and overlooks the implications for those left behind. The qualitative research methodology proposed in this study is grounded in the utilisation of focus group discussions, specifically engaging traditional authorities and esteemed community stakeholders. Conducted by adequately trained enumerators, these discussions took place in March and June 2023. The methodology, features of the investigated area, migration patterns, and their effects on non-migrants are detailed, concluding with policy implications derived from qualitative evidence. The qualitative findings reveal that economic opportunities, insecurity, and adverse weather conditions predominantly drive migration. However, migrants are not reaching displaced or refugee camps only. In the investigated area, migration is often transitory or seasonal, with most migrants returning to their communities. The study highlights the adverse effects of migration on non-migrant women, who are left to assume the role of sole breadwinners and face economic hardships, social isolation, and increased vulnerability. The study recommends interventions focused on women’s empowerment, skill-building, economic opportunities, awareness campaigns to change societal attitudes, social protection programs, and psychosocial support services to address these challenges. It also emphasises the need for enhanced data collection and research efforts to inform evidence-based policies and interventions. A collaborative approach is crucial for effective implementation.

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Migration Dynamics in Rejaf Payam, South Sudan: Inbound and Outbound Patterns and Impact on Those Left Behind

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2024

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“…Bhutanese youth migrate from rural to urban areas because of various reasons. As in any other parts of the world, Bhutanese youth migrate basically in search of employment and to continue their education (Moses et al 2017). Aspirations of "becoming somebody" through education (skill development) and family welfare have been the primary causes of youth migration across the globe (Crivello 2011).…”

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Young migrants and their transition to adulthood: A case study of Bhutan's Wangdue and Punakha districts

Dorji¹,

Tshewang

Lakey

et al. 2022

Int Social Sci J

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This study seeks to understand the transition of youthful rural migrants to urban areas of Bhutan. The goal is to help frame better policy guidelines and efficient intervention strategies. A majority of these migrants are school dropouts with socioeconomic problems who primarily left in search of a better life, despite having arable land to farm back in their home villages. Their urban earnings failed to cover their daily household expenses and other needs, thus affecting the kind and quality of life in an urban setting. Not enough support for migrant youth exists during such critical and vulnerable transition stages when they face the huge responsibilities of independent living early on in their lives. The future for these young migrants remains bleak in the absence of a clear-cut protective social support and an efficient intervention system.

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“…Households that receive these remittances tend to use the proceeds primarily for current consumption such as food, utensils, clothing as well as investments in children's education, healthcare, improvement in household food and security, maintenance or build the house, buy vehicles, sometime used for local infrastructure development (road, school, clean water), sanitation, etc (Moses, Guogping, & John, 2017). Nevertheless, the ability of remittances to compensate the labour shortage in rural areas is still a function of the amounts and value of remittances received by migrants' households at home, especially in the developing countries (Qerimi & Sergi, 2015;World Bank, 2005).…”

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Effects of rural-urban migration on economic status of rural residents

Keopasith

Shen

2020

IJRBS

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The study examined the effects of rural-urban migration on the economic status of rural residents. The study utilized a mixed-methods research approach to collect and analyze data, first, data were collected through a questionnaire from households whose family members migrated to urban centers, and interviews were held with various heads of villages in the study area. The study reveals that the majority of the migrants were able-bodied youth who migrated to urban centers to seek employment and education. Migrants’ families at places of origin benefited from migration of their own relations to urban centers mainly through remittances which enabled them to improve their livelihood as the remittances were spent on daily consumption and investment into business activities. The study recommends that government should formulate policies that would create employment for citizens in rural areas, and encourage the private sector to build industries in rural areas to prevent rural-urban migration. Government and the private sector should also empower rural farmers through the promotion of markets for farm produce in order to improve the income of rural farmers, reduce poverty, improve the quality of life and well-being, increase their happiness, satisfaction, and minimize rural-urban migration. The study findings are limited to developing countries where rural-urban migration is a challenge due to the generally low quality of life in rural areas. Further research on the effects of rural-urban migration on the economic status of rural residents should involve a quantitative analysis of the impact of remittances by migrants on poverty reduction in rural areas.

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Causes and consequences of rural-urban migration: The case of Juba Metropolitan, Republic of South Sudan

Cited by 12 publications

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Migration Dynamics in Rejaf Payam, South Sudan: Inbound and Outbound Patterns and Impact on Those Left Behind

Migration Dynamics in Rejaf Payam, South Sudan: Inbound and Outbound Patterns and Impact on Those Left Behind

Young migrants and their transition to adulthood: A case study of Bhutan's Wangdue and Punakha districts

Effects of rural-urban migration on economic status of rural residents

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