Assisted returns of Burundian refugees begin from the DRC

The Democratic Republic of the Congo is the latest country from which UNHCR is assisting Burundi refugees to voluntarily return home

5 Oct 2020

Living amid ruins, Afghans get help to build shelters

Afghanistan's shortage of decent and affordable housing is one of the biggest challenges facing millions of displaced and returning refugees. A new project is offering some a solution.

3 Jul 2020

Coronavirus - Now is not the time to forget Afghanistan and its neighbours

14 Apr 2020

Mosul metalworker helps Old City neighbours after displacement

Coming back to this historic district after two long years, Saad found help to repair his house. Now he is putting his skills to work so others can return home.

25 Mar 2020

Ethiopian refugees in Kenya make an emotional return home

Dozens of refugees return home to eastern Ethiopia from Kenya's Kakuma camp.

21 Feb 2020

First major group of Ethiopian refugees return home from Kenya

19 Feb 2020

Hope and anxiety as Congolese refugees return home from Angola

UNHCR is supporting thousands of displaced Congolese to return from exile as relative calm returns to their homeland.

6 Feb 2020

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.

14 Jan 2020

Cash assistance gives refugees the power of choice

UNHCR is expanding cash-based assistance so that the millions of people that it serves can meet their needs in dignity, are protected and can become more resilient.

9 Dec 2019