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Without documents, women at high risk of gender-based violence
15 Dec 2021 UNHCR is advocating for women and girls in South Africa to acquire identity documents which can help reduce the risk of statelessness, and physical and psychological abuse. -
The European Union, UNICEF and UNHCR join efforts to protect children on the move in Central America, Mexico and Southern Africa
2 Feb 2021 -
Birth registration gaps leave South Africans in limbo
10 Dec 2020 UNHCR is working with the South African government to help people at risk of statelessness obtain vital identity documents. -
A mother's greatest fear - passing statelessness on to her children
10 Dec 2020 -
Refugees in South Africa share acts of kindness with their hosts
13 Oct 2020 A community of Somali refugees stand together with their South African neighbours to assist those struggling the most during the COVID-19 pandemic. -
Refugees and host communities in South Africa spread kindness to beat COVID-19 economic effects
13 Oct 2020 -
In South Africa's COVID-19 lockdown, women refugee entrepreneurs struggle
28 Sep 2020 As the nationwide lockdown continues, women, including refugees, strive to provide for their families. -
UNHCR and WFP warn refugees in Africa face hunger and malnutrition as COVID-19 worsens food shortages
9 Jul 2020 -
UN refugee chief visits South Africa to show support for government and refugees
17 Oct 2019