Amid ongoing instability in Mali, caused by a series of jihadist attacks and military coups, many citizens are attempting to migrate to Europe in search of a better future. As the country grapples with ongoing violence and economic hardship, the situation has compelled numerous people to embark on the perilous journey to Spain. Migrant rights organizations have reported a chilling statistic, with over 10,000 recorded deaths this year alone on this treacherous route—the deadliest in the world for those seeking refuge and opportunity.

The average toll currently sits at 30 lives lost each day, as hopeful migrants continue to risk it all, aiming for a better life just eight nautical miles away across the sea.