About Us
Telling the Stories That Move Us
Mygration Magazine is a visionary, independent publication dedicated to amplifying the voices, visibility, and lived experiences of African migrants around the world. Rooted in high-quality storytelling and research-backed journalism, we create a vibrant platform where culture, identity, migration, and excellence converge. Published bi-annually, Mygration captures the complex and dynamic journeys of African migrants—celebrating their triumphs, interrogating their challenges, and honouring their diverse contributions to societies across the globe. From artists and academics to entrepreneurs, frontline workers, and community leaders, every edition showcases real stories that deserve global attention.
Why Mygration?
The name Mygration reflects a personal and collective reclaiming of the migrant experience—one that centers African agency, resilience, creativity, and belonging. We believe that African migrants are not only shaping their host communities but are also transforming the global narrative of migration.
In a world where migrant voices are too often marginalised, Mygration Magazine redefines migration as a space of power, pride, and possibility.
Through long-form features, photo essays, personal narratives, investigative pieces, and cultural commentary, Mygration offers a multi-dimensional view of what it means to move, to belong, and to rebuild. Our editorial approach is both rigorous and reflective, ensuring that every story we publish not only informs but also inspires action and dialogue. We approach migration not merely as a phenomenon, but as a deeply human experience—infused with history, shaped by systems, and powered by individuals determined to make their mark on the world.
We are committed to showcasing voices that are often excluded from mainstream media narratives. In doing so, Mygration challenges dominant portrayals of migration as crisis, burden, or charity case. Instead, we position African migrants as protagonists of their own stories—bold thinkers, builders, and bridge-makers navigating multiple worlds with dignity, determination, and dreams.
Our Story
The Vision Behind Mygration Magazine
Mygration Magazine was founded by Prof Kola Adeyemo as a platform for bold, honest, and transformative storytelling about African migrants—stories that are too often overlooked, misrepresented, or invisibilised in mainstream media. It is more than a publication; it is a movement committed to narrative justice, cultural celebration, and the reimagining of African diasporic identity on a global scale. Our mission is to document and elevate the lived experiences, contributions, and aspirations of African migrants around the world through high-quality, research-informed journalism, visual storytelling, and creative expressions. We aim to connect and inspire individuals across borders, generations, and languages—placing African migrant voices at the center of global discourse.
Why the Name “Mygration”?
The title Mygration is a deliberate play on the word “migration.” It symbolises a personal reclaiming of the migration experience, shifting the narrative from one of marginalisation to one of ownership, agency, and power. “My-gration” speaks to the individuality of each journey while honouring the collective strength of a global African diaspora. It reflects our belief that migration is not just about movement—it is about transformation, resistance, contribution, and becoming. This naming choice is both symbolic and strategic. In a media landscape where migrant stories are often framed through the lens of crisis, displacement, or deficiency, Mygration asserts a counternarrative: one that centers dignity, voice, and vision. It emphasizes that African migrants are not passive subjects of external forces, but active agents shaping their own paths—and by extension, shaping culture, economies, politics, and communities across continents. The “my” in Mygration invites every reader, contributor, and subject to see themselves in the story, to take ownership of their identity, and to participate in redefining what migration means in the 21st century. Historically, the African experience of movement—whether through forced displacement during the transatlantic slave trade, or voluntary migration in search of education, opportunity, or safety—has often been documented through colonial or outsider perspectives. These accounts erased the voice and agency of those who moved. Mygration seeks to correct that imbalance by centering African self-definition. Culturally, African societies have long valued storytelling as a vehicle of memory, resilience, and truth-telling. From griots in West Africa to praise poets in Southern Africa, oral traditions have preserved generational journeys of exile, return, and survival. Mygration extends this tradition in written and visual form, allowing today’s migrants to archive their stories for tomorrow’s world.
What We Do
Bi-Annual Print & Digital Magazine
Each issue of Mygration Magazine is carefully curated to offer a rich, multidimensional reading experience that reflects the depth and diversity of African migrant life. Inside, readers will find feature essays that explore complex themes and personal journeys with analytical depth and emotional resonance, alongside in-depth interviews with artists, academics, entrepreneurs, and community leaders shaping the diaspora. Powerful photo essays visually document the everyday realities, triumphs, and cultural expressions of migrants around the world, while creative writing—ranging from poetry and fiction to personal memoir—captures the inner landscapes of displacement, identity, and belonging.
Mygration Annual Awards
Our flagship celebration shines a spotlight on the outstanding achievements of African migrants across a range of sectors, including business, arts and culture, education, public service, innovation, and community building. Through in-depth profiles, interviews, and features, we honour individuals and groups whose work not only uplifts their communities but also challenges stereotypes and expands the global understanding of African excellence. Whether launching startups, preserving cultural heritage, driving social change, or breaking new ground in science and technology, these changemakers represent the strength, creativity, and transformative power of the African diaspora.
Global Editorial Network
Our editorial board is composed of a diverse and dynamic team of scholars, creatives, and professionals from across Africa and the global diaspora, each bringing deep expertise and a passion for meaningful storytelling. With backgrounds in journalism, literature, academia, public policy, the arts, and grassroots activism, they guide the magazine’s editorial direction and uphold its commitment to inclusive, ethical, and impactful content. The board plays a vital role in curating narratives that reflect the complexity of African migrant experiences—ensuring that every story is approached with integrity, cultural sensitivity, and a strong sense of purpose.
Open Submissions & Community Features
We warmly invite African migrants and their allies to contribute original stories, personal reflections, and creative works that resonate with our mission of amplifying migrant voices and experiences. Whether through essays, poetry, visual art, or commentary, contributors have the opportunity to share diverse perspectives that explore identity, culture, resilience, and transformation. By welcoming a wide range of authentic narratives, we aim to build a vibrant, inclusive platform that honors the richness and complexity of the African migrant journey.
Our Mission
Our Vision
Who We Serve
Mygration Magazine’s mission is to create a world where African migrant experiences are truly seen, fairly represented, and meaningfully heard—shaping conversations and communities across the globe.
Mygration Magazine envisions a future where African migrant stories are thoughtfully documented, celebrated, and elevated through compelling storytelling, active community engagement, and insightful leadership.
Mygration Magazine serves African migrants and diaspora communities, alongside scholars, policymakers, and advocates engaged in migration issues. We also welcome students, storytellers, creatives, and readers passionate about migration, identity, equity, and global development.