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At least 69 migrants, including 25 Malian nationals, lost their lives when a boat bound for Spain capsized off the coast of Morocco on December 19. The Malian Ministry of Malians Abroad confirmed the tragedy, revealing that the makeshift boat carried around 80 people. Only 11 individuals survived.
Authorities in Mali have set up a crisis unit to monitor the situation and provide further updates as more information becomes available.
The boat was navigating the perilous Atlantic migration route, which connects West Africa to Spain’s Canary Islands. This route has seen a significant surge in usage this year, with many migrants fleeing conflict in the Sahel, unemployment, and the adverse effects of climate change on agriculture.
The Atlantic migration route remains one of the deadliest in the world. In the first five months of 2024 alone, nearly 5,000 migrants perished at sea while attempting to reach the Canary Islands, according to migration advocacy group Walking Borders.
This latest tragedy highlights the ongoing dangers faced by migrants seeking better opportunities in Europe. Authorities and advocacy groups continue to call for safer migration routes and more robust solutions to the crises driving migration.
