Imagine a world where hope turns into horror, where dreams of a better life are brutally shattered. This book delves into the heart-wrenching reality of transnational human trafficking, specifically focusing on the vulnerable individuals from the Hadiya zone in Ethiopia who are lured into the shadows and trafficked to South Africa. Through meticulous research and compelling analysis, this study uncovers the intricate web of factors that contribute to this crisis. Explore the devastating push and pull dynamics that drive individuals to risk everything for a promise of prosperity, only to find themselves trapped in exploitative situations. Discover the socio-economic, socio-cultural, legal, and institutional failures that enable traffickers to operate with impunity, preying on the desperation of the marginalized. Gain insight into the profiles of both the traffickers and their victims, understanding their motivations and the insidious tactics employed to deceive and control. This book sheds light on the dark underbelly of globalization, revealing the urgent need for comprehensive strategies to combat human trafficking, protect vulnerable populations, and restore hope to those who have been robbed of their freedom. Uncover the complexities of migration theories and trafficking theories as they apply to this specific context, and examine the role of weak border controls, lack of labor cooperation, and the deceptive allure of easy assimilation in fueling this illicit trade. This book is a call to action, urging policymakers, law enforcement, and communities to work together to dismantle trafficking networks and create a world where human dignity is not for sale. Learn about the different types of human trafficking, including internal (national) and external (transnational) forms, and understand the critical differences between human trafficking and related concepts like smuggling and slavery. This is not just a story of exploitation; it is a story of resilience, a testament to the enduring human spirit, and a roadmap for a more just and equitable future. It is an exploration of the extent of the problem, the aggravating factors, and potential solutions to this global challenge. A crucial read for anyone seeking to understand and combat modern-day slavery.
Inhaltsverzeichnis (Table of Contents)
- Chapter One: Introduction
- 1.1. Back Ground of the Study Area
- 1.2. Statement of the Problem
- 1.3. Research Objectives
- 1.3.1. General Objectives
- 1.3.2. Specific Objectives
- 1.4. Research Questions
- 1.5. Scope of the study
- 1.6. Limitations of the study
- 1.7. Significance of the study
- 1.8. Organization of the Study
- Chapter Two: Literature Review
- 2.1. Conceptual Frame-work
- 2.1.1. Definition of Human Trafficking
- 2.1.2 Elements of Human Trafficking
- 2.1.2.1 Recruitments
- 2.1.2.2 Transportation
- 2.1.2.3 Exploitation and Coercion
- 2.2. Human Trafficking and related concepts
- 2.2.1. Human Trafficking VS Smuggling
- 2.2.2. Human trafficking Vs Slavery
- 2.2.3. Human Trafficking Vs Illegal Migration
- 2.3. Kinds of Human Trafficking
- 2.3.2. Internal (National) Human Trafficking
- 2.3.3. External (Transnational) Human Trafficking
- 2.4. History of Human Trafficking: The Global and Ethiopian cases
- 2.5. Theoretical Frame Work
- 2.5.1. Migration Theory
- 2.5.1.1. Theories explaining the Initiation of International Migration
- 2.5.1.2. Theories explaining the perpetuation of Transnational Migration
- 2.5.2. Human Trafficking Theories
- 2.6. Causes of Human Trafficking
- 2.7. Aspects of Human Trafficking in Ethiopia
- Chapter Three: Research Methods and Design
- 3.1. Methodology and Design
- 3.2. Data Collection Tools
- 3.2.1. Primary Data Collection Tools
- 3.2.2. Secondary Data Collection Tools
- 3.3. Sampling Techniques Research Sites FGD Participant, and key Informants
- 3.4. Data Analyses and Interpretation
- 3.5. Ethical consideration
- Chapter Four: Data presentation and Analyses on Human Trafficking
- 4.1. Extent of the Problems
- 4.2. The Major Causes of Human Trafficking From Hadiya to South Africa
- 4.2.1. Pull and push Factors
- 4.2.1.1. Socio-Economic Factors
- 4.2.1.2. The Socio-Cultural Factors
- 4.2.1.3. Legal Factors
- 4.2.1.4. Institutional Problems
- 4.2.1.5. Lack of Awareness and Popular perception
- 4.2.1.6. Remittance, Lack of Saving Place and Insecurity
- 4.3. Aggravating Factors for Migration of Hadiya Toward South Africa
- 4.3.1. Lack of proper Border Control in Africa
- 4.3.2. The Absence of Labour Co-operation Service
- 4.3.3. Easy Assimilation Due to Colour Resemblance
- 4.3.4. Its Affordability for Illiterate and low skill workers
- 4.3.5. Its Affordability to be Used as Transit place Toward other Countries
- 4.4. Profile and Nature of Human Traffickers from Hadiya
Zielsetzung und Themenschwerpunkte (Objectives and Key Themes)
This thesis aims to investigate transnational human trafficking from the Hadiya zone of Ethiopia to South Africa. The study seeks to understand the contributing factors, both push and pull, that drive this migration and the characteristics of those involved in the trafficking process.
- Causes and factors contributing to human trafficking from Hadiya to South Africa.
- The profiles of traffickers and victims involved in this specific migration route.
- The role of socio-economic, socio-cultural, legal, and institutional factors in facilitating human trafficking.
- Analysis of the specific challenges and vulnerabilities faced by migrants from Hadiya.
- Exploration of the South African context as a destination for trafficked individuals from Hadiya.
Zusammenfassung der Kapitel (Chapter Summaries)
Chapter One: Introduction: This chapter sets the stage for the research by providing background information on the study area (Hadiya zone, Ethiopia), clearly defining the problem of human trafficking in this specific context, and outlining the research objectives, questions, scope, limitations, and significance. It lays the groundwork for the subsequent chapters by establishing the research's focus and methodology.
Chapter Two: Literature Review: This chapter presents a comprehensive overview of existing literature on human trafficking, including its definition, elements, and related concepts such as smuggling and slavery. It explores various theoretical frameworks used to understand human migration and trafficking, focusing on relevant migration theories and those specifically addressing the causes and dynamics of human trafficking. The chapter also examines the historical context of human trafficking globally and within Ethiopia, providing a foundation for analyzing the specific case of Hadiya-South Africa migration.
Chapter Three: Research Methods and Design: This chapter details the research methodology employed in the study, outlining the research design, data collection tools (both primary and secondary), and sampling techniques used to gather data from key informants and focus group discussions. It also explains the data analysis and interpretation methods and addresses ethical considerations relevant to the research.
Chapter Four: Data presentation and Analyses on Human Trafficking: This chapter presents and analyzes the data collected on human trafficking from Hadiya to South Africa. It explores the extent of the problem, examines the major causes (both push and pull factors), and analyzes the profiles and characteristics of traffickers involved. The chapter delves into specific aggravating factors related to border control, labor cooperation, assimilation, and the affordability of the route, providing a detailed understanding of the complex factors driving this form of transnational migration.
Schlüsselwörter (Keywords)
Human trafficking, transnational migration, Hadiya (Ethiopia), South Africa, push and pull factors, socio-economic factors, socio-cultural factors, legal factors, institutional factors, migration theories, trafficking theories, qualitative research, case study.
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The document provides a comprehensive overview of a research thesis investigating transnational human trafficking from the Hadiya zone of Ethiopia to South Africa. It includes the table of contents, research objectives, key themes, chapter summaries, and keywords.
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The research aims to understand the contributing factors (push and pull) that drive migration from Hadiya to South Africa and analyze the characteristics of individuals involved in the trafficking process. It explores the roles of socio-economic, socio-cultural, legal, and institutional factors in facilitating human trafficking and examines the challenges faced by migrants from Hadiya.
What topics are covered in Chapter One (Introduction)?
Chapter One sets the stage for the research by providing background information on the study area (Hadiya zone, Ethiopia), defining the problem of human trafficking in this specific context, and outlining the research objectives, questions, scope, limitations, and significance.
What does Chapter Two (Literature Review) discuss?
Chapter Two provides a comprehensive overview of existing literature on human trafficking, including its definition, elements, related concepts (smuggling, slavery), and relevant theoretical frameworks (migration theories and trafficking theories). It also examines the historical context of human trafficking globally and within Ethiopia.
What are the key details covered in Chapter Three (Research Methods and Design)?
Chapter Three details the research methodology employed in the study, outlining the research design, data collection tools (primary and secondary), sampling techniques, data analysis and interpretation methods, and ethical considerations.
What is analyzed in Chapter Four (Data presentation and Analyses on Human Trafficking)?
Chapter Four presents and analyzes data collected on human trafficking from Hadiya to South Africa. It explores the extent of the problem, examines the major causes (push and pull factors), analyzes the profiles of traffickers, and discusses aggravating factors related to border control, labor cooperation, assimilation, and the affordability of the route.
What are the key themes explored in the research?
The key themes include the causes and factors contributing to human trafficking, profiles of traffickers and victims, the role of socio-economic, socio-cultural, legal, and institutional factors, specific challenges faced by migrants, and the South African context as a destination for trafficked individuals.
What keywords are associated with this research?
The keywords include human trafficking, transnational migration, Hadiya (Ethiopia), South Africa, push and pull factors, socio-economic factors, socio-cultural factors, legal factors, institutional factors, migration theories, trafficking theories, qualitative research, and case study.
What are the different types of Human Trafficking that this thesis will investigate?
The different types of human trafficking that this thesis will investigate include Internal (National) Human Trafficking and External (Transnational) Human Trafficking.
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- Natoli Feyissa (Author), 2013, Transnational Human Trafficking. The Case of Hadiya-South Africa Migration, Munich, GRIN Verlag, https://www.grin.com/document/906271
