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Renewed fighting in northern Mali forces 57,000 to flee their homes
29 May 2015 The volatile security situation is hindering access for humanitarian workers to all affected areas and the growing insecurity in the region is making the provision of protection very challenging. -
Birth certificates issued by Mali open doors for Mauritanian refugee children
20 Apr 2015 The step by the Mali government ensures that the children have access to the rights enjoyed by Malians. It is a requirement when applying for naturalization in Mali. -
On a high seas rescue mission with the Italian Navy
21 Mar 2014 A flotilla of five navy vessels has saved more than 10,000 people from overcrowded boats on the Mediterranean under an operation launched last year. -
Malian refugees vote in second round of presidential elections
12 Aug 2013 The number of refugees participating rose sharply over the first round, hoping the election will lead to peace and a return home. -
Malian refugees take part in presidential election
29 Jul 2013 Hundreds of Malian refugees voted in exile at the weekend in the presidential election in their home country, way down on the numbers eligible to cast a ballot. -
UNHCR helps prepare for refugees to vote in Mali elections, voices concerns over voter registration
23 Jul 2013 UNHCR's role in the elections is to facilitate the participation of refugees and ensure the voluntary nature of the electoral process in a safe environment. -
UNHCR reinforces assistance to refugee hosting countries, ahead of Mali elections
28 Jun 2013 Refugees eligible to vote in exile are people already registered in the Malian Administrative Civil Status Census conducted in 2010. -
Tuareg refugees in Niger herd their livestock to safety
7 May 2013 UNHCR helps Tuareg refugees in Niger preserve their nomadic and pastoral lifestyle by moving their livestock in traditional style to safer pastures. -
UNHCR gives Malian soldiers primer on humanitarian law
29 Apr 2013 Instructors teach soldiers about the difference between combatants and civilians as well as the protection due aid workers, children, the displaced and civil officials.