More urgency needed in quest for South Sudan peace - UN Refugee Chief

During a visit to Sudan, Filippo Grandi calls on warring parties, regional states and the international community to do more to end the conflict which has uprooted nearly four million people.

16 Aug 2017

Ramadi and Falluja returnees weigh scale of rebuilding task

UNHCR helps with essential repairs to homes of formerly displaced Iraqis, who say their experience reveals the challenge awaiting Mosul returnees.

16 Aug 2017

Japanese Ambassador Reaffirms Commitment to Assisting Refugees at Visit to Holl-Holl Refugee Camp, Djibouti

Ambassador Arai marks first visit to the Holl-Holl camp and completion of visits to all three refugee camps (Ali Addeh, Holl-Holl, and Obock) in Djibouti.

14 Aug 2017

Hope amid the ruins as displaced Iraqis return to West Mosul

While the battle for control of Iraq's second city has been declared over, the task of rebuilding the city the lives of its inhabitants is just beginning.

11 Aug 2017

Seeking alternatives for Niger's people smugglers

Niger is cracking down on smugglers, although those caught up in transporting people across the Sahara need real economic alternatives.

9 Aug 2017

Deadly trade through Niger snares refugees and migrants

Nearly 30 per cent of those who risk all to cross the desert to Libya could qualify for some form of protection once they reach Europe.

4 Aug 2017

Refugee team competes in World Athletics Championships

Five athletes heading from Kenya to the IAAF championships in London will be the first refugees to take part in the competition.

3 Aug 2017

Afghans dream of stepping out of the shadows with Pakistan ID scheme

Programme aims to provide up to one million undocumented Afghans with identity cards legalizing their stay in Pakistan.

21 Jul 2017

UNHCR helps displaced Iraqis acquire vital documentation

Mobile court issues key ID papers and certificates to displaced Mosul residents who need them to access essential services.

19 Jul 2017