February 11
Central African Republic: UNHCR and WFP Call for Urgent Support to Address Sudanese Refugee Needs in Central African Republic
UNHCR, the UN Refugee Agency and the UN World Food Programme (WFP) warn of an impending shortage of emergency aid to the growing number of Sudanese refugees in the Central African… Read more »
February 07
Ghana: UNHCR Welcomes Ghana's Granting of Prima Facie Refugee Status to Displaced Burkinabes
UNHCR, the UN Refugee Agency, welcomes Ghana's decision to grant prima facie refugee status to forcibly displaced Burkinabe asylum seekers. This significant move immediately… Read more »
February 05
Chad: Chad, Nigeria, and UNHCR Sign Tripartite Agreement to Establish a Framework for Voluntary Repatriation
The Governments of Chad and Nigeria, together with UNHCR, the UN Refugee Agency, have signed a Tripartite Agreement (TA) to establish a structured framework for the eventual… Read more »
January 31
Gambia: Breaking Barriers, Transforming Lives - Refugee Students Thrive With Dafi Scholarships in the Gambia
"As a refugee girl, the odds had often seemed stacked against me, and the thought of pursuing higher education felt like an unattainable dream... The vision of graduation, of… Read more »
January 28
Africa: Surviving the Deluge - Stories of Resilience Amidst West and Central Africa's Devastating Floods
Seybata sits cross-legged on a worn blue mat in a sun-dappled compound in Harobanda, a neighbourhood in Niger's capital, Niamey. Her hands deftly stitch a large calico cloth, which… Read more »
January 24
Congo-Kinshasa: UNHCR Gravely Concerned By Worsening Violence and Humanitarian Crisis in Eastern DR Congo
UNHCR is gravely concerned about the safety and security of civilians and internally displaced people (IDPs) in the eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), as conflict… Read more »
January 23
Niger: UNHCR Statement On Growing Tensions At the Humanitarian Centre Near Agadez, Niger
UNHCR, the UN Refugee Agency, is concerned about the growing tensions at the Humanitarian Centre near Agadez town and their impact on our ability to deliver services to those… Read more »
Central Africa: From Barriers to Bridges - Empowering Refugee Education in West and Central Africa
Conflict, displacement, and limited resources have made education a daunting challenge for countless children throughout West and Central Africa, where entire communities are… Read more »
January 22
Cameroon: A Symbol of Hope - the Impact of Biometric ID Cards On Refugees in Cameroon
Ali Bappaladane has been living in Cameroon for almost six years now. He is president of the refugee association in Mbaimboum, Far North region. Today, Ali joins a queue of excited… Read more »
January 21
South Sudan: South Sudan Hits Record One Million New Arrivals From Sudan Crisis
Over one million people have arrived in South Sudan, having fled the conflict in Sudan, setting a new record in the ongoing humanitarian and displacement crisis ignited by nearly… Read more »
January 17
Congo-Kinshasa: Escalating Violence In Eastern DR Congo Displaces More Than 230,000 Since Start of Year
UNHCR, the UN Refugee Agency, is alarmed by the worsening violence in the eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), which has already displaced 237,000 people this year. Read more »
December 23, 2024
Rwanda: Burundian Refugee Uses Film to Educate On Violence Against Women in Rwanda
"Through film, I can draw attention to issues like gender-based violence, reaching a wider audience and creating a lasting impact." Read more »
December 20, 2024
Burkina Faso: From Shadows to School Desks - Restoring Hope for Forcibly Displaced Families in Burkina Faso
In Kaya, a bustling town in Burkina Faso's Centre-North region, Sonia Nikiema's life is a testament to resilience amidst adversity. At 28, she has already endured more than most.… Read more »
Africa: Year End Reflections From Abdouraouf Gnon-Konde, UNHCR's Regional Director for West and Central Africa - Five Recommendations for 2025
Reflecting on my experience over the year, I offer five recommendations for 2025 to guide our collective efforts alongside donors and partners, in protecting and finding solutions… Read more »
Burundi: UNHCR, Governments of Burundi and Tanzania Reaffirm Their Commitment to Supporting Burundian Refugees Voluntary Return and Sustainable Reintegration
The Governments of the Republic of Burundi and the United Republic of Tanzania, and UNHCR, the UN Refugee Agency, met this week for the 25th Meeting of the Tripartite Commission… Read more »
December 18, 2024
Africa: Prioritizing the Rights of Children - a Call to Action On International Migrants Day
A Joint Statement by IOM, Save the Children, UNHCR, and UNICEF Read more »
December 14, 2024
Tanzania: Bringing Justice to Refugees' Doorstep in Tanzania's Nyarugusu Camp
Access to justice is one of the human rights that allows individuals irrespective of their gender and social status to be treated fairly. For refugees in the camps in Tanzania,… Read more »
December 13, 2024
Africa: Africa Investment Forum 2024 Market Days - AfDB, UNHCR Convene First Joint Session for Private Sector Investment Opportunities in Africa's Forced Displacement Settings
The African Development Bank and the UN Refugee Agency (UNHCR), convened a high-level meeting of leading private sector investors, business leaders and development partners, to… Read more »
December 12, 2024
Africa: Strengthen Emergency Preparedness and Response in Africa - UNHCR and Japan Celebrate Success of Ecentre for Africa 2024
The UN Refugee Agency (UNHCR), in partnership with the Government of Japan, has concluded the 2024 eCentre for Africa program, a significant initiative aimed at strengthening local… Read more »
December 11, 2024
Somalia: Somali Refugee Father and Son Set Off to a New Life After Years in Ethiopia
For over 15 years, 53-year-old Ahmed lived on a strenuous existence in exile but never gave up on hope. Today, he is relieved to resettle with his son to the United States of… Read more »
December 10, 2024
Djibouti: Refugee Teacher Champions Fight Against GBV By Advocating for Girls to Stay in School in Djibouti
"My hope is that all women and girls, especially refugees, have a better and more promising future." Read more »
Sudan: Twice Displaced - Malaz's Journey of Survival Amid Sudan's Conflict, Ksrelief, UNHCR Step Up Aid
The war in Sudan has now forced over 12 million people to flee their homes, creating one of the world's largest displacement crises. Among them is 23-year-old Malaz Nasr Aldeen… Read more »
December 09, 2024
South Sudan: Education Offers Refugee Women and Girls in South Sudan a Path to Safety
"I want to show other young girls in my community that, despite escaping violence, they can rebuild their lives and achieve their dreams through education." Read more »
December 05, 2024
Sudan: UNHCR Scales Up Refugee Registration in Sudan With EU Support, Despite Conflict
In April 2023, Haile was counting the days until his travel to Egypt. All his paperwork - including a travel document issued by the Government of Sudan - was ready. He was bound… Read more »
December 04, 2024
Southern Africa: Governments Commit to Strengthening Regional Responses for Refugees and Migrants Along Routes in Southern Africa
Officials from SADC Member States join UNHCR and partners to discuss implementation of the "route-based approach" strategy, agree to enhance collaboration Read more »