Turning preconceptions of migration on their head

This article explains why migration rates are much higher in urban areas where the individual migrant is better educated that in rural areas.

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Human Science Research Council SA
Published
2026-07-01
DOI
https://doi.org/10.14749/32867621
Primary Topic
Rural development and sustainability
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Turning preconceptions of migration on their head

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Rural development and sustainability
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Turning preconceptions of migration on their head

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Abstract

This article explains why migration rates are much higher in urban areas where the individual migrant is better educated that in rural areas.

Human Science Research Council SA
Reduced inequalities
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Rural development and sustainability
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