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politics2 years ago•4 min saved

"Mayotte Caught in French Citizenship Controversy"

The French possession of Mayotte in the Indian Ocean is at the center of a citizenship controversy as the government considers abolishing the automatic right to French citizenship by birth on the island due to mass immigration concerns. This move has sparked debate across the political spectrum in France, with both left and right expressing reservations about the proposed reform. Mayotte, facing a wave of civil disobedience over immigration and security issues, has become a focal point for the broader discussion on citizenship laws in France.

via BBC.com|

#citizenship #france #immigration

politics2 years ago•4 min saved

France's Controversial Decision to Revoke Birthright Citizenship in Mayotte

France plans to amend its constitution to revoke birthright citizenship in Mayotte, an overseas territory, in an effort to curb immigration and address declining living standards. The move has sparked controversy, with opposition from socialists and concerns that it could set a precedent for mainland France. The decision has been welcomed by the far-right, while leftist leaders fear it could lead to further political tensions. France administers 12 territories outside of Europe, collectively known as overseas France, and has faced tensions with other overseas territories in the past.

via Al Jazeera English|

#citizenship #controversy #france

politics2 years ago•3 min saved

France to Revoke Birthright Citizenship in Mayotte to Curb Immigration

French authorities plan to amend the Constitution to revoke birthplace citizenship on the French Indian Ocean island of Mayotte, sparking controversy and social unrest. The proposal, announced by Interior Minister Gerald Darmanin, aims to reduce immigration and tensions on the country's poorest department. While some local campaigners in Mayotte welcomed the reform, it has been denounced by the left and sparked political debate in France. The island has been struggling with a migration crisis and social unrest, with protesters demanding changes to the citizenship and residence permit system.

via FRANCE 24 English|

#citizenship #france #immigration

environment2 years ago•7 min saved

Water Crisis: Drought and Neglect Leave Island Thirsty

The French territory of Mayotte, located in the Indian Ocean, is facing an unprecedented water crisis due to a severe drought exacerbated by climate change and a lack of investment in the water system. With water reservoirs at critical levels, residents are experiencing drastic water cuts, contaminated water, and a growing health crisis. The French government has responded by sending bottled water and deploying aid, but many residents feel abandoned. Mayotte's population has nearly doubled since 2007, putting immense pressure on the island's water resources. Despite funding allocated for water supply, mismanagement and irregularities have hindered progress. The situation has made life unlivable for many, with high costs of bottled water and interruptions to public services. The hope now lies in the upcoming rainy season, but concerns remain about the future.

via CNN|

#climate-change #drought #environment

africa2 years ago•1 min saved

Mayotte demolishes shantytown in French territory.

French authorities have begun demolishing homes in a large slum in Mayotte, the country's poorest department, as part of Operation Wuambushu, aimed at tackling sub-standard housing and illegal migration. The operation is expected to last all week, with 135 dwellings to be razed out of around 1,000 sub-standard homes slated for destruction. The move has been criticised by some associations as a violation of migrants' rights, but has been supported by local officials and residents. Out of Mayotte's estimated 350,000 residents, half do not possess French nationality.

via FRANCE 24 English|

#africa #illegal-housing #mayotte

migration2 years ago•6 min saved

Tensions rise as French anti-migration operation targets Mayotte island.

France has deployed 2,000 troops and police to Mayotte, a French island territory off Africa's east coast, to carry out mass expulsions, destroy slums, and eradicate violent gangs. The operation has raised concerns of abuse and aggravated tensions between local residents and immigrants from neighboring Comoros. Mayotte is the poorest corner of France, but its average annual income of around $3,500 is still more than double that in Comoros, creating a powerful pull. The operation has exposed entrenched poverty among both communities, tensions over the island's status, and deep inequalities between Mayotte and the rest of France.

via The Associated Press|

#comoros #france #immigration

africa2 years ago•2 min saved

France's Mayotte faces migrant expulsion amid tensions with Comoros.

Comoros has refused to allow a boat carrying migrants from Mayotte, where French authorities have announced a controversial operation against illegal migrants, to dock. The country's maritime services company also said that the Mutsamudu port was suspending passenger traffic from Monday until Wednesday. Authorities in the French overseas territory of Mayotte announced they would launch Operation Wuambushu ("Take Back") to remove illegal migrants who have settled in slums on the island. The plan was for those without papers to be sent back to the Comoran island of Anjouan, 70 kilometres (45 miles) away from Mayotte.

via FRANCE 24 English|

#africa #comoros #deportation