MoveAfrica
In 2018, the African Union (AU) introduced the Free Movement Protocol (AU FMP) to help tackle migration challenges and support continental unity through the African Continental Free Trade Agreement (AfCFTA). This effort is led by the AU’s Information and Communication Department (AU ICD) and backed by various AU bodies and partners, including the AU Department of Health, Humanitarian Affairs and Social Development (AU HHS), the Economic, Social and Cultural Council (ECOSOCC), journalists, content creators, experts, and civil society groups.
Progress is being made. More African countries are adopting e-visa and visa-free travel policies, showing a shift toward greater economic integration. However, negative stories about migration still dominate the news, often hiding the benefits. In reality, most migration within Africa happens between neighboring countries and helps millions of people.
The AU FMP and related policies promote safe, well-managed migration that supports development not uncontrolled movement. Clearing up misunderstandings is essential to moving these policies forward and achieving the AU’s Agenda 2063 and the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). The vision: A united and connected Africa where free movement is seen as a key driver of shared success, cultural richness, and understanding. We imagine a continent where migration stories focus on positivity, opportunity, and inclusion helping turn AU Agenda 2063 into reality.
Key Resources
The Africa Governance Report 2025 (AGR25) is the fourth report produced by the African Peer Review Mechanism (APRM) on behalf of the Afri