ACERWC African Committee of Experts on the Rights & Welfare of the Child Children from poor back ground may be at a disadvantage compared to children from rich backgrounds when it comes to migration in search for education either at local or intra-regional level.301 This is because the cost of migration may be a hindrance to movement of children from poor backgrounds.302 For instance, the cost of transport to places where good schools can be found, or funds required to support stay in boarding schools may be out of reach for children from poor backgrounds unless they are afforded scholarships. In patriarchal communities, the movement of girls in pursuit of education may be limited by ‘perceived social and reputational risks attributed to their migration out of parental home.’303 301 302 303 Economic Commission for Africa (ECA), Draft Report on the Drivers of Migration in Africa (2017) p 9. As above. As above. 58

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