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Migrant deaths hit all-time high in 2024, new data shows

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Last updated: March 21, 2025 11:42 am
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Migrant deaths have reached a disturbing peak in 2024, as per the latest data released by the International Organization for Migration (IOM). The numbers are alarming, with a record 8,938 migrant fatalities reported globally, surpassing the previous year’s total of 8,747. This marks the fifth consecutive year of escalating migrant deaths, painting a grim picture of the challenges faced by migrants worldwide.

The year 2024 was deemed the deadliest on record globally, with significant loss of life reported in key regions such as Asia, Africa, and Europe. In Asia alone, 2,778 migrant deaths were recorded, while Africa saw 2,242 fatalities and Europe reported 233. The Mediterranean Sea emerged as a particularly perilous route, with 2,452 documented deaths highlighting the urgent need for enhanced search and rescue operations and safer migration pathways. Preliminary data for the Americas revealed at least 1,233 migrant deaths, including a record 341 in the Caribbean and 174 fatalities among migrants crossing the Darién region.

One concerning trend highlighted by the IOM is the prevalence of violence-related deaths among migrants, which remains a widespread issue globally. Since 2022, at least 10% of recorded migrant deaths have been attributed to violence. In 2024, Asia witnessed a significant number of violent incidents, with nearly 600 lives lost on migration routes in South and Southeast Asia. The actual number of migrant deaths and disappearances is likely underreported due to insufficient documentation and a lack of official sources, leaving the identities and demographic details of most victims unknown.

Ugochi Daniels, Deputy Director General for Operations at IOM, expressed deep concern over the escalating number of migrant deaths, emphasizing that each statistic represents a human life and a devastating loss for their loved ones. She underscored the need for an international, comprehensive response to prevent further tragic loss of life and address the underlying causes driving these fatalities.

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Julia Black, Coordinator of IOM’s Missing Migrants Project, echoed these sentiments, highlighting the tragic reality that thousands of migrant deaths go unidentified each year. Beyond the emotional toll on families, the lack of comprehensive data on migrant risks hampers lifesaving interventions and perpetuates the cycle of migrant fatalities.

To address this knowledge gap, the Missing Migrants Project is set to release its annual report, providing a detailed analysis of the 2024 migrant death data and shedding light on the issue of missing migrants in humanitarian crises. The report’s findings, coupled with the alarming rise in migrant deaths, underscore the critical need for establishing safe and legal migration pathways as the only viable solution to combat the crisis of migrant fatalities.

As the world grapples with the devastating impact of escalating migrant deaths, it is imperative for governments, international organizations, and civil society to come together to prioritize the safety and well-being of migrants and ensure that no more lives are lost on perilous migration journeys.

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