The pillaging of foreign ships for Senegal's main resource, fish, which makes up 70% of the national economy, has triggered massive migrations. Especially among men, who brave the seas in dugout canoes aiming for Europe via the Canary Islands.

This photo series dives into the reality of the women left behind—a vital part of the migration story. Now, they're shouldering the burden of keeping their households running smoothly, from managing chores to taking care of their families. It's a grind, with endless days spent selling fish and tending to their loved ones.

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Meanwhile, Guinea's also in the mix as a place of exile. In recent years, it's become a hotspot for women starting their own migration journeys, spurred on by reasons like gender-based violence, lack of opportunities, and political and economic turmoil.