To be an asylum seeker

by Handsen Chikowore

To be an asylum-seeker is like a jumbo jet
Your presence always creates noise
To be an asylum-seeker is like a media telescope
You are always in the media domain day by day
To be an asylum seeker is like an unwelcome visitor
Your departure date is always asked

To be an asylum seeker is like a cow in the paddock
Your movement and capabilities are strictly limited
To be an asylum seeker is like to be under house arrest
You report every week to the police station
To be an asylum seeker is like an orphan
No one likes to take the burden of protecting you