Harraga (in arabic: حراقة), Harraga is an Algerian neologism created from the Arabic word “hrag,” meaning “burn” or “those who burn” the borders. It is used to describe irregular North African migrants who attempt to leave for Europe by boat. The verb 'to burn' can also mean 'to jump a queue' or to 'run a light'. The word derives from Algerian Arabic, designating "those who burn.", meaning those who burn their identification documents and seek their fortune as asylum-seekers in Europe.
