By Aires Rodrigues
Migration is a global phenomenon that has existed since time immemorial. Human beings move from one part of a country to another or from one part of the world to another. This happens for a variety of reasons. The most important reasons are undoubtedly a quest for a better economic future and increased safety coupled with the peace of mind brought about by the adherence to the rule of law. Just like humans, birds and animals too migrate regularly every year, whether in keeping with the changing weather patterns or in search of better pastures.
People across the world keep migrating to a different country. This is a matter of personal choice and could be happening for a variety of reasons. The most important reasons are undoubtedly their quest to provide a better future for them economically and with increased safety coupled with the peace of mind brought about by the adherence to the rule of law.
To uproot oneself and to restart life in a foreign land is no mean feat and requires a great deal of soul searching, thought, purpose and planning. Perhaps those that opt to take such a far-reaching move, are forced to do so as they do not see the light at the end of their tunnel. Migrating elsewhere may give them the chance to escape the red tape, bureaucracy, stagnation and corruption that they encounter and to fully utilise their skills and experience in their new chosen land.
Many have been migrating over the decades for similar reasons and have largely managed to carve a reasonable living with varied success and have not looked back. May those who take this action succeed in their brave endeavours and as most do always keep their land of birth ever so close to their heart!
