South Sudan, Iraq and Afghanistan
With more than 70.8 million people forcibly displaced by dozens of crises, it can be difficult to know about all of them. Here, we highlight refugee situations that are under-reported.
UNHCR and partners seek US$ 1.3 billion for South Sudan refugees
UNHCR and its partners are appealing for US$1.3 billion to address the humanitarian needs of refugees fleeing seven years of unrest and conflict in South Sudan.
UN Refugee Chief welcomes South Sudan’s government of national unity
UN Refugee Chief Filippo Grandi welcomes the formation of a long-awaited unity government in South Sudan, bringing political rivals together to work for lasting peace
Suicides on the rise among South Sudanese refugees in Uganda
The number of suicides and suicide attempts among South Sudanese refugees living in settlements in Uganda more than doubled in 2019
UNHCR seeks international solidarity for refugees and hosts in Sudan
UNHCR is calling for increased support for Sudan with the launch of a new funding appeal that seeks US$477 million to help nearly one million refugees.
Long way home for displaced Sudanese as fears of insecurity persist
UNHCR calls for increased funding and global support for Sudan’s displaced, their hosts and those who want to return home
UNHCR head appeals to South Sudan parties to ensure long-lasting peace
Following violence in South Sudan, UNHCR Chief Filippo Grandi is calling on all parties to boost efforts to form an inclusive national unity government.
Clean water brings life, and hope, to refugees and hosts in Uganda
A solar-powered water facility in Uganda is saving lives in refugee settlements and host communities that previously suffered shortages.
UNHCR outraged at senseless attacks on humanitarians in South Sudan
UNHCR is calling for increased protection for aid workers in South Sudan after this weekend’s targeting of an international relief agency by armed men.
HIV positive refugees support one another in Uganda
Refugees from South Sudan find mutual support and life-saving health care for HIV/AIDS at Imvepi refugee settlement in Uganda.