Is "Japa" the solution to Nigeria's economic struggles?

"Japa," a Nigerian term meaning "to migrate," has become a prevailing term as more Nigerians embark on journeys to European countries in pursuit of better opportunities. In this week's Street Debate, we explore the driving forces behind this mass exodus. ----- #DWAfrica #the77percent #japa #nigeria ----- 77 percent of Africans are younger than 35. Africa's youth holds the key to shaping the continent’s future. On our platforms we share their stories, their dreams and their challenges. Are you part of the 77 percent? Join the debate here on YouTube, and on the following platforms: facebook.com/dw.africa instagram.com/dw_the77percent dw.com/77 dw.com/africa

Why is it so hard to travel within Africa? | The 77 Percent Street Debate
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Why is it so hard to travel within Africa? | The 77 Percent Street Debate

Can Nigeria overcome its deep-rooted tribalism?
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Can Nigeria overcome its deep-rooted tribalism?

Has the 'Year Of Return' changed lives for better or worse? | The 77 Percent Street Debate
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Has the 'Year Of Return' changed lives for better or worse? | The 77 Percent Street Debate

Japa: Survival...or selfishness? These Nigerians are divided | Street Debate: Convince Me
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Japa: Survival...or selfishness? These Nigerians are divided | Street Debate: Convince Me

Are Nigeria's religious leaders scamming their followers? | The 77 Percent Street Debate
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Are Nigeria's religious leaders scamming their followers? | The 77 Percent Street Debate

The Gentle Teacher Who Destroyed Nigeria
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The Gentle Teacher Who Destroyed Nigeria

We Moved from the UK to Nigeria and nearly lost everything chasing purpose
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We Moved from the UK to Nigeria and nearly lost everything chasing purpose

Can Uganda's youth transform politics? | The 77 Percent Street Debate
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Can Uganda's youth transform politics? | The 77 Percent Street Debate

Japa Syndrome: Pros And Cons Of Living Abroad, Staying Back In Nigeria
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Japa Syndrome: Pros And Cons Of Living Abroad, Staying Back In Nigeria

The Real Reason Why They Killed Nigeria’s First Prime Minister - Tafawa Balewa
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The Real Reason Why They Killed Nigeria’s First Prime Minister - Tafawa Balewa

Aliko Dangote: Building Africa's industrial future from the ground up | Podcast | In Good Company
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Aliko Dangote: Building Africa's industrial future from the ground up | Podcast | In Good Company

Africa Is Closing In On South Africa — And It's Just Getting Started
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Africa Is Closing In On South Africa — And It's Just Getting Started

Street Debate: What's life like when you 'japa' to Germany?│DW The 77 Percent
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Street Debate: What's life like when you 'japa' to Germany?│DW The 77 Percent

Should you JAPA or stay in Nigeria?
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Should you JAPA or stay in Nigeria?

I visited England to investigate the lives of African Immigrants in the UK
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I visited England to investigate the lives of African Immigrants in the UK

The Three Problems Blocking Nigeria’s Economic Breakthrough - Bismarck Rewane
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The Three Problems Blocking Nigeria’s Economic Breakthrough - Bismarck Rewane

The Nigerian Leader Killed 33 Days After Humiliating America
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The Nigerian Leader Killed 33 Days After Humiliating America

From Medicine to Harvard to Building Nigeria’s First $1B Private Equity Firm
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From Medicine to Harvard to Building Nigeria’s First $1B Private Equity Firm

I Made 4 Ghana Documentaries and Nobody Warned Me About This; Watch This Before You Go!
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I Made 4 Ghana Documentaries and Nobody Warned Me About This; Watch This Before You Go!

Trending Now: RCCG Reacts, As Adeboye Calls For Greater Security Accountability + More
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Trending Now: RCCG Reacts, As Adeboye Calls For Greater Security Accountability + More