Senegal has sent its navy to try and curb the growing number tiny open boats ferrying migrants to Europe.

This year nearly 32,000 have reached the Spanish-held Canary Islands – the highest number since 2006.

The Canary Islands have become the main destination for migrants from Senegal and other African countries trying to reach Spain.

The UN says at least 140 migrants have died trying to make the crossing since the beginning of the year.

Aljazeera.