ABSTRACT
Managing intra-Africa migration is a complex issue, because there are physical as well as socio-cultural and economic and other borders with which to contend. This can be illustrated by that, while it is true that African borders must be efficiently managed to enhance free human mobility and integration, it does not necessarily follow that there will be integration of people. Addressing physical borders and encouraging migration does not necessarily lead to integration and development. It may lead to xenophobia – another border-related problem which cannot be addressed by simply effectively managing the physical border and enhancing free movement. Notwithstanding, there is need for proactive strategies by African states towards the regulation and management of migration for inclusive development, regional and continental integration, which are themes this volume has amplified.
