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Uprooted refugees plant trees to rebuild Uganda's forests
Refugees, Ugandans and their government are working together to save the environment.
Eritrean finds home in Italy after trauma in Libya
Asmorom is one of around 80 refugees who undertook the dangerous journey to Europe via Libya, after being relocated by Israel.
German scheme eases refugee teachers back into class
A ground-breaking programme at Potsdam University makes use of the skills and talents of newcomers.
Sudanese student pursues her dreams in Cairo
Nousa is determined to finish school and go to university to help make a difference when, one day, she returns home.
Thousands flee violence in south-eastern DR Congo
UNHCR warns of a looming disaster in Tanganyika province as ethnic clashes trigger displacement and human rights abuses.
Grandi urges more aid for Turkey's refugee hosting effort
In a meeting with the Turkish president, the UN refugee chief hails the country's role as host to the world's biggest refugee population.
Restoration of rights key to Myanmar refugee return, UNHCR's Grandi says
UN refugee chief tells UN Security Council causes of the crisis originate in Myanmar and solutions for the voluntary return of thousands of refugees must be found there.
Desperate Syrians pay ultimate price in bid to reach Lebanon
Forced to attempt mountain smuggling route to reach safety, 16 Syrian men, women and children freeze to death after being caught in a heavy storm.
UNHCR's Grandi hails Jordan's job scheme for Syrian refugees
UN refugee chief urges increased donor focus on employment initiatives, saying Jordan scheme offers new blueprint for supporting refugees.