Launch of the Joint UN Programme under the Joint Platform for Migrants and Refugees in Egypt
Cairo, 30 September – The Government of Egypt, in collaboration with the United Nations and the European Union, is launching a Joint UN Programme implemented by UNHCR, IOM, UNICEF and WHO under the framework of the Joint Platform for Migrants and...
Emmanual Zangako: UN Youth Advisor Gives Voice to the Voiceless
Fleeing may be one of the hardest and heaviest decisions one has to take, leaving behind the warmth of home, being with family and the comfort of familiarity. Emmanual Zangako is one of over 45,000 refugees who sought refuge in Egypt, escaping the...
Education Cannot Wait, UNHCR, UNICEF, Strategic Partners Call for Increased Resources for the Education Response in Egypt and Region
Additional funding is urgently needed to scale up access to safe inclusive, equitable quality education for refugees as well as vulnerable host community children.
UNHCR welcomes the adoption of the Arab Declaration for Belonging and Legal Identity
UNHCR, the UN Refugee Agency, welcomes the adoption of the Arab Declaration for Belonging and Legal Identity by the League of Arab States (LAS). This Declaration provides a robust framework to respond to challenges posed by conflict, displacement,...
UNHCR, Rotary Egypt Sign Cooperation Agreement
To commemorate World Refugee Day and as UNHCR, the UN Refugee Agency, marks its 70th Anniversary in Egypt, UNHCR and Rotary Egypt have signed a general cooperation agreement on 25 June in Cairo to work together on their shared commitment to...
Elkhansa: A Sudanese Refugee’s Fight for Disability Awareness
“I grew up knowing that I was different, but I want to put an end to this stigma, I never covered my arms, I wanted people to see me for who I am, a proud woman.” A painter, taekwondo player, make-up artist, holder of three degrees, and the...
From Cairo to Leuven: A Refugee’s Journey of Resilience
In the heart of Cairo, Stephen, an inspirational young man who sought refuge in Egypt after fleeing the war in South Sudan, vowed to make the most of his new life. Stephen had left his entire family behind, reuniting only with his older sister....
The Governor of Damietta receives a delegation from UNHCR to discuss ways of cooperation to support refugees
Dr. Manal Awad, the Governor of Damietta, welcomed Dr. Hanan Hamdan, UNHCR Representative to the Government of Egypt and the League of Arab States, in Damietta. This meeting marks the beginning of UNHCR’s visit to the governorate launching a new...
Surviving Sudan: The Inspiring Story of Engineer-Turned-Refugee Entrepreneur
Sherif has always used his engineering degree to work in jobs that left a positive impact on people’s lives. He had a rich career in Sudan, driven by his passion of serving those in need. He previously held positions in the United Nations Mission...