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Civilians continue to flee military offensive in Mali; internal return prospects mixed

01 February 2013

To the extent that refugee numbers are a barometer of the situation, UNHCR notes that the number of refugees fleeing to neighbouring countries is continuing to rise.

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Tuareg refugees in Niger herd their livestock to safety

07 May 2013

UNHCR helps Tuareg refugees in Niger preserve their nomadic and pastoral lifestyle by moving their livestock in traditional style to safer pastures.

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Relocation from the Border Country of Burkina Faso

01 May 2013

Relocation from the Border Country of Burkina Faso.

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UNHCR gives Malian soldiers primer on humanitarian law

29 April 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.

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Blacksmith forges a new life in Niger camp

23 April 2013

When Ali Mahmoud fled his home in eastern Mali last year, he took along a skill that has helped him survive, thrive and even find a wife in exile in Niger.

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The most important thing is that we are safe here… Thankfully we have safe drinking water – this is a major relief.

Raichatou, 62
grandmother living in Dambo camp, Burkina Faso

I try to give the kids as much attention as I can. It is hard for them to be in a refugee camp, after fleeing their homes in Mali.

Hugo Reichenberger
UNHCR

I met refugees who had just fled Mali… Their needs are acute – food, water, sanitation and basic health care.

António Guterres
High Commissioner for Refugees

We must not allow this situation to become even more tragic. I call on donors to act quickly so that we can help Malian refugees now.

Barbara Hendricks
UNHCR Honorary Lifetime Goodwill Ambassador

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