IOM: Number of immigrants in Libya reached 850.000
According to IOM, this figure marks a notable increase from the 824,131 immigrants recorded at the end of 2024, underscoring the continued influx of migrants and the growing challenges they face across the country.
The report identifies immigrants from 46 different nationalities, with men making up 78% of the population, while women and minors account for the remaining 22%. Four countries represent the origin of the vast majority of immigrants (83%): Sudan (31%), Niger (22%), Egypt (20%), and Chad (10%).
Sudanese immigration, in particular, has surged significantly due to the ongoing armed conflict in Sudan, which has forced thousands to seek refuge in Libya, the report notes.
Regionally, the western part of Libya hosts 52% of the immigrant population, largely due to relatively better work opportunities in the construction and manufacturing sectors. The eastern region hosts 35%, with key coastal cities such as Tripoli (15%), Misrata (10%), and Benghazi (10%) being among the most affected.
On the humanitarian front, the situation is described as critical. Over three-quarters of immigrants (76%) lack access to healthcare, mainly due to high costs and poor service quality. Migrant children also face major educational barriers, with 65% of school-age children not attending school—hindered by economic hardship, lack of documentation, poor social integration, and language barriers. Tags: International Organization for Migration
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