West Africa: Ensuring effective alternatives to dangerous journeys

Strengthening protection and solutions for refugees and asylum seekers in West Africa is critical in response to mixed migratory flows.

November 5, 2017 News

West Africa mobilized to ensure that everyone has the right to a nationality

One million people are stateless or at risk of statelessness in West Africa, essentially because of gaps in nationality laws and obstacles in administrative procedures to establish proof of nationality

January 18, 2016 Stories

Return to Timbuktu

A story of exile and reunion for Malian refugees

December 3, 2015 Stories

Tailored solutions for Malian refugees with disabilities in Mauritania

UNHCR recognizes the achievements and supports refugees with disabilities to rebuild their life in harsh environments. Meet Mohamed in the arid lands of Mauritania.

November 13, 2015 Stories

Mali: UNHCR launches local integration activities for Ivoirian refugees

"The goal is to help them recover their dignity and rebuild their lives"

May 29, 2015 News

Fighting in northern Mali forces thousands to flee their homes

At least 57,000 people fled their homes, fearing violence or forced recruitment by armed groups.