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    Drivers of Rural Out-Migration and its effects on Livelihoods of Migrants and Migrant-Sending Households in Ahferom Woreda, Tigray National Regional State, Ethiopia
    (Addis Ababa Universit, 2025-06) Teklemuz Gebereyohanns; Matebu Tadesse (PhD)
    Rural outmigration has become a significant phenomenon in Ethiopia, particularly in Ahferom Woreda, Tigray National Regional State. This study examines the drivers, effects, and livelihood outcomes of outmigration for both migrants and their sending households. Conducted in Idaga Arbi, Gerhusrnay, and Semhal kebeles, data was collected from 350 households using surveys, interviews, observations, focus group discussions, and document reviews. Findings indicate that economic hardship, unemployment, and socio-political instability are the primary drivers of migration, leading individuals to urban centers within Ethiopia and international destinations. While migration provides financial relief through remittances, it also results in family separation, increased dependency on remittances, and potential declines in agricultural productivity and social well-being. The study highlights the dual effects of migration, balancing economic benefits with social costs. It recommends that the Woreda administration implement development strategies to address migration drivers, promote sustainable agriculture, and engage youth in entrepreneurship. This research contributes to the literature on rural outmigration in Ethiopia, offering insights for policymakers, planners, and community leaders to develop effective migration-related interventions.