UNHCR, DRC, Rwanda discuss in Addis Ababa voluntary repatriation of refugees

UNHCR , the UN Refugee Agency, together with DRC and Rwanda concluded today a two-day tripartite meeting on the voluntary repatriation of Congolese and Rwandan refugees from both countries. The meeting updated... Read more »

From Dependence to Self-Reliance: WFP empowers refugees in Rwanda through Village Savings and Loans Associations

My name is Speciose Nyiramana, a Congolese refugee, and a mother who knows too well the struggle of daily survival. After fleeing my war-torn homeland, I arrived in Rwanda with nothing but... Read more »

From shadow to recognition: how birth registration restores refugee identities

Aline Nyirarukundo, a Congolese refugee in Kiziba camp, was able to register her baby at the health centre’s maternity ward, allowing her to return home with the birth certificate. By Eric Didier... Read more »

Sport gives refugee youth a chance to rebuild their lives and find joy

By Eric Didier Karinganire Jean-Luc Rwamasirabo, a Congolese refugee footballer in Nyabiheke refugee camp. © UNHCR/Eric Didier Karinganire  Sport gives refugee youth a chance to rebuild their lives, form friendships, and find... Read more »

The Karamira Family’s Journey to Peace through Conflict and Asylum-Thanks to Japan Funding

The Karamira family sharing lunch in their house located in the middle of the Nkamira transit center. Photo: WFP/Raissa Iradukunda By John Paul SESONGA The Karamira family has known more upheaval in... Read more »

A Journey from South Sudan to Rwanda to Canada. How the Emergency Transit Mechanism offers a route to safety

By Eric Didier Karinganire When fighting suddenly erupted in Ragina’s home village in July 2017, the South Sudanese woman had no choice but to seek safety for herself and her two daughters.  ... Read more »

From Refugee to a future Rising Star: Michelle Ruzibiza’s Inspiring Journey with PSG Academy

In the heart of Huye city, a remarkable tale unfolds – that of Michelle Ruzibiza, a 13-year-old Burundian refugee whose passion for football has defied gender stereotypes and inspired her community. Michelle’s... Read more »

AU, Rwanda and UNHCR in joint rescue of asylum seekers and refugees in Libya

Out of the 55,665 refugees and asylum-seekers registered with the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR), 4 700 persons of concern are currently estimated to be held in dire conditions inside... Read more »

92 refugees & asylum seekers from Libya safely arrived in Rwanda

In collaboration with UNHCR, the UN Refugee Agency, Rwanda welcomed 92 refugees & asylum seekers evacuated to Rwanda from Libya, originating from Eritrea (57) and Sudan (35) through the Emergency Transit Mechanism. ... Read more »

Congolese refugee’s battle with cardiac disease

Obed, a Congolese refugee, is shown with his medications for heart disease. © UNHCR/ Eric Didier Karinganire By Eric Didier Karinganire    It was a nightmare when, in mid-2021, Obed Nyirimigabo, now... Read more »