Stories of irregular migrants from Africa in search of dreams. The so called 'Backway' is a travel phenomenon where African youths embark on dangerous journey to travel abroad in search of jobs and better life. These travels almost always ends in tears and sorrow. They are often vulnerable to human trafficking gangs, criminals and exploitative labour practices. Backway no way podcast seeks to raise awareness by highlighting stories, and to provoke genuine debates about how the push and pull factors associated with irregular migration from Africa can be adequately addressed.
Backway No Way
Claim This Podcastby Backway No Way
3 episodes
Updated Daily
Accepts GuestsHas SponsorsLocation 🇬🇧
Podcast Overview
Stories of irregular migrants from Africa in search of dreams. The so called 'Backway' is a travel phenomenon where African youths embark on dangerous journey to travel abroad in search of jobs and better life. These travels almost always ends in tears and sorrow. They are often vulnerable to human trafficking gangs, criminals and exploitative labour practices. Backway no way podcast seeks to raise awareness by highlighting stories, and to provoke genuine debates about how the push and pull factors associated with irregular migration from Africa can be adequately addressed.
Language
🇺🇲
Publishing Since
2/10/2021
1 verified contact email on file for Backway No Way
Pitch yourself as a guest, propose sponsorships, or reach out directly to the host.
Recent Episodes
February 11, 2021
Amie Jobe: A Gambian woman tells her story about human trafficking and what's like to be a black woman in an Egyptian cell
<p>Amie Jobe is a survivor of human trafficking. She was lured into travelling to Cairo, Egypt in a promise for better life. It wasn't fulfilled. She escaped her ‘agents’ (traffickers] and returned to her Mum's town in Kaolack, Senegal before moving to The Gambia a year later. Amie is now helping other trafficked women to settle and integrate into society. She tells her story is this episode of Backway No Way Podcast. For more details on this and other stories visit our <a href="https://backwaynoway.org/trafficked-into-slavery-a-survivor-tells-her-story/">website</a> and or follow us on <a href="https://twitter.com/Backwaynoway">Twitter</a>, <a href="https://www.facebook.com/Backwaynoway">Facebook</a>, I<a href="https://www.instagram.com/backwaynoway/">nstagram</a>, <a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@backwaynoway?lang=en">Tik-Tok</a> and Youtube. </p>
February 10, 2021
Migrant Abuse: Victim makes desperate plea for help to return home to Sierra Leone
<p><strong>"My 'sponsor' wants to rape me, and all I want now is a ticket to go home" - </strong>a desperate plea for help from a Sierra Leonean migrant worker on the run from an abusive boss in Muscat, Oman. </p> <p>When she was 21 years old, Adama Turay lost her father - the breadwinner of her family. With a critically ill mother, the family struggled to make a living. When a woman woman offered her a waitressing job in Muscat, the capital city Oman, she welcomed the opportunity.</p> <p>However, Ms. Turay soon found out that the agent had a different job in mind: domestic slavery. </p> <p>"I sat my WASCE (West Africa Senior Secondary Certificate Examination) before I came here in 2019, but I never envisage this is how life was going to be. My agent told me that I was coming to work in a restaurant and after six months, I'll return and resume my education," she said. </p> <p>"They refused to give my first 2-months salary after working for five months. They beat me with a spoon I was cooking with when I asked for the rest of my money," she narrated, crying on the phone to UK-based Gambian Journalist <a href="//www.backwaynoway.org">Backway no way</a> campaigner,<a href="https://www.facebook.com/smjaiteh"> Lamin Jaiteh</a>. </p> <p>Until two weeks ago, the 23-year old Sierra Leonean woman was forced to work at her sponsor's house as domestic servant, working under harsh conditions synonymous to that of slavery. She had to scale a fence to run away from her employer she accuses of having sexually harassed her. </p> <p>" My sponsor wants to rape me. He even took one of my keys out of my room door. At night he opens the door secretly. That's why I ran away because I don't want to lose my life here - I jumped from the fence and came out.</p> <p>" I never allowed him but he kept harassing me. Even if I am ironing the clothes he would just go [come] inside the room without knocking; even if I am washing [bathing], he'll keep knocking on the bathroom door. Well, that one scared me, and I just want to go back home,"she sobs.</p> <p>Listen to Adama's story from Backway No Way Podcast on <a href="https://open.spotify.com/show/5oLeCboFpB1SlCUoBUojQI">Spotify</a>, <a href="https://pca.st/wtno3y2o">PocketCasts</a>, <a href="//anchor.fm/backway.">Anchor</a> and many other platforms.</p> <p><a href="//www.backwaynoway.org">Backway no Way</a> now is working with Advocacy Network for Against Irregular Migration in Sierra Leone (ANAIM) to look for funds to repatriate Adama to Freetown. Follow this link to help get Adama back home in Sierra Leone.</p>
February 10, 2021
Trailer
This is a campaign Podcast highlighting stories of irregular migrants from Africa in search of dreams. The so called 'Backway' is a travel phenomenon where African youths embark on dangerous journeys in search of jobs and better lives. These travels almost always ends in tragedy and sorrow. Irregular migrants are often vulnerable to human trafficking gangs, smugglers and exploitative labour practices. Backway No Way campaign podcast seeks to raise awareness by highlighting stories, provoke genuine debates about the causes of irregular migration and suggest solutions to problems and challenges associated with the so called 'backway' situation. Visit our campaign website for more details www.backwaynoway.org
3 total episodes available
Deep-dive analytics for Backway No Way
Frequently asked questions
Have a different question and can't find the answer you're looking for? Reach out to our support team by sending us an email and we'll get back to you as soon as we can.
- What is Backway No Way?
- How often does this podcast release new episodes?
This podcast updates daily.
- Where can I listen to this podcast?
This podcast is available on 4 platforms including Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and more. You can also use the RSS feed directly.
- Does this podcast accept guests?
Yes, this podcast regularly features guests.
Legal Disclaimer
Pod Engine is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or officially connected with any of the podcasts displayed on this platform. We operate independently as a podcast discovery and analytics service.
All podcast artwork, thumbnails, and content displayed on this page are the property of their respective owners and are protected by applicable copyright laws. This includes, but is not limited to, podcast cover art, episode artwork, show descriptions, episode titles, transcripts, audio snippets, and any other content originating from the podcast creators or their licensors.
We display this content under fair use principles and/or implied license for the purpose of podcast discovery, information, and commentary. We make no claim of ownership over any podcast content, artwork, or related materials shown on this platform. All trademarks, service marks, and trade names are the property of their respective owners.
While we strive to ensure all content usage is properly authorized, if you are a rights holder and believe your content is being used inappropriately or without proper authorization, please contact us immediately at hey@podengine.ai for prompt review and appropriate action, which may include content removal or proper attribution.
By accessing and using this platform, you acknowledge and agree to respect all applicable copyright laws and intellectual property rights of content owners. Any unauthorized reproduction, distribution, or commercial use of the content displayed on this platform is strictly prohibited.