Advancing evidence-based policies for sustainable migration governance and security in Africa

With extensive research experience on migration patterns, border security, and human mobility, AIMS-R holds a compendium of valuable resources on all aspects of migration governance and security across the African continent.

Building Capacity for Migration Governance Across Africa

Providing training, research, and policy analysis to strengthen migration management and security systems throughout the African continent.

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Research-Driven Solutions for Migration Challenges

Conducting cutting-edge research to address the complex interplay between migration, security, and development in African contexts.

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About AIMASER

The African Institute for Migration and Security Research (AIMASER) is a premier research institution dedicated to advancing knowledge and policy solutions for migration and security challenges across Africa.

Our Vision

A continent where migration is safe, orderly, and contributes to sustainable development and security.

Our Mission

To conduct cutting-edge research, build capacity, and inform policies that address migration and security challenges in Africa.

Our Values

Excellence, integrity, collaboration, and commitment to African-led solutions for African challenges.

Our Research Areas

We conduct interdisciplinary research to address the complex interplay between migration, security, and development in Africa.

Forced Migration

Research on refugees, internally displaced persons, and humanitarian responses.

Border Security

Studies on border management, cross-border cooperation, and security challenges.

Labor Migration

Analysis of labor migration patterns, remittances, and economic impacts.

Climate Migration

Research on environmental factors driving migration and adaptation strategies.

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Capacity Building & Training

We offer specialized training programs to enhance the skills of policymakers, practitioners, and researchers working on migration and security issues.

Migration Governance and Policy Development
Border Management and Security
Research Methods in Migration Studies
Internship Program for Young Researchers

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Upcoming Events

Join our conferences, workshops, and seminars to engage with experts and stakeholders in migration and security.

23 FEB

African Migration Summit 2025

Accra, Ghana

Annual gathering of policymakers, researchers, and practitioners to discuss migration governance in Africa.

15 MAY

Security & Borders Workshop

Nairobi, Kenya

Training workshop on border management technologies and cross-border cooperation mechanisms.

07 SEP

Research Dissemination Forum

Cape Town, SA

Presentation of latest research findings and policy recommendations to stakeholders.

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Our Team

Meet our dedicated team of experts and researchers.