African population in Europe

 

 Total African Population: Approximately 11 million African-born migrants reside in Europe.

• Percentage of Global African Migrants: This figure accounts for about 27.2% of all African migrants worldwide.

Distribution Across Countries

• Countries with Significant African Populations:
  • France: Home to a large number of African migrants, with estimates ranging from 3 to 5 million individuals of African descent.
  • United Kingdom: Approximately 2.5 million individuals of African descent, including mixed-race populations.
  • Italy: Around 463,425 individuals of African descent as of 2020.
  • Portugal: Estimated at about 360,000 individuals of African descent.

Migration Trends

• Recent Inflows: Between 2010 and 2017, over 1 million sub-Saharan Africans moved to Europe, contributing to the growing population.
• Asylum Seekers: A significant portion of the African population in Europe consists of asylum seekers and refugees, particularly from conflict-affected regions.