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Democratic Republic of the Congo: Education for the few

The violence in eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo has caused more than 1 million people to flee their homes, including huge numbers of children. Efforts to make sure the displaced youngsters continue to receive an education face huge challenges.

Ben Affleck's Short Film for UNHCR's Gimme Shelter campaign

Actor-director Ben Affleck and Sir Mick Jagger have launched a short film for UNHCRs new Gimme Shelter campaign to help raise funds and awareness about the crisis in eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) and the work of the UN refugee agency.

Zalmaï's perspective: The plight of Afghan returnees

A former refugee himself, the Afghan photographer Zalmai has a unique perspective on the plight of refugees and returnees. Recently he visited Kunduz and offered his insights in this video.