Phones are now indispensable for refugees

The Economist reports on how refugees prize mobile phone connection — even over food. Phones are their primary way to stay connected with family at home as they enter “informational no-man’s land,” not knowing who to trust, and where to go. Phones help them stay motivated with photos of family and successful migrants, and offer a means to contact smugglers to help them with their journey.

Source: The Economist
Published: Feb 11, 2017
Length: 7 minutes (1,884 words)
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