Prof. Mary Setrana, Director of the Centre for Migration Studies (CMS) and holder of the IDRC Research Chair on Forced Displacement in Anglophone West Africa, together with H.E. Amma Adomaa Twum-Amoah, AU Commissioner for Health, Humanitarian Affairs and Social Development, recently paid a courtesy call on the Vice-Chancellor of the University of Ghana, Prof. Nana Aba Appiah Amfo.
The visit was used to announce the University of Ghana’s upcoming landmark African migration conference, “Rethinking African Mobility: Past Lessons, Present Realities, Future Possibilities,” scheduled for 18–20 November 2026 as part of activities marking CMS’s 20th anniversary.
The conference is being organised in close collaboration with the African Union (AU), the Metropolis International Migration Network, and the IDRC Research Chair on Forced Displacement in Anglophone West Africa, reflecting strong partnerships focused on addressing critical issues in migration, social development, health, and humanitarian affairs.
During the meeting, H.E. Amma Adomaa Twum-Amoah highlighted the importance of collaborative approaches in addressing migration challenges across Africa, emphasizing that shared knowledge, policy dialogue, and joint research are essential to developing sustainable solutions for African mobility.
Prof. Nana Aba Appiah Amfo, Vice-Chancellor of the University of Ghana, reiterated the university’s strategic priorities, noting that impactful research, engagement, and partnerships are central to achieving global impact. She commended CMS for its leadership in shaping migration research and policy in Africa over the past two decades and expressed her excitement in hosting the conference.
Prof. Mary Setrana elaborated on the objectives of the conference, stating, “We are looking at rethinking African migration. We want to explore lessons learned, current realities, and future mobilities, as well as how African countries and other regions can benefit mutually.” She noted that the University of Ghana brings significant expertise and a strong network accumulated over the years to support both the academic and policy-focused components of the conference.
The conference will bring together academics, policymakers, government representatives, and key stakeholders, including the King of Morocco, the African Union’s champion on migration-related issues. Discussions will focus on sharing Africa’s best practices, learning from global experiences, and promoting collaborative solutions for migration management.
During the visit, the Vice-Chancellor and Prof. Setrana also discussed the existing Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between the University and the African Union, aimed at promoting sustained collaboration in research, policy, and capacity building.
The Centre looks forward to hosting this landmark conference, strengthening dialogue, and promoting knowledge exchange on migration across Africa and beyond.
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