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UNHCR is profoundly saddened by the death of a South Sudanese refugee in the Kakuma refugee camp.

UNHCR is profoundly saddened by the death of a South Sudanese refugee in the Kakuma refugee camp.

28 April 2020

UNHCR, the UN Refugee Agency, is deeply saddened by the death of a South Sudanese refugee in Kakuma refugee camp, who passed away while receiving treatment in the hospital on Sunday 26 April.

We have expressed our condolences to the deceased’s family and community and are providing all necessary support.

UNHCR hopes the ongoing investigation will clarify the circumstances of his death.

ENDS

FOR MORE INFORMATION PLEASE CONTACT:

Eujin Byun, +254 798 487 988

Rose Ogola, +254 742 974 807