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The Government of Rwanda, the African Union, and UNHCR agree to continue the evacuation of refugees and asylum seekers from Libya
This addendum takes effect immediately and will ensure that the established ETM in Gashora, Rwanda continues until 31 December 2023.
2019 DAFI Scholarship for refugees in Rwanda
UNHCR Rwanda invites young refugees to submit their applications to participate in DAFI scholarship program (Albert Einstein German Academic Refugee Initiative).
A new approach to refugee integration bears fruit in Rwanda
Back in her native Democratic Republic of the Congo, 42-year-old Clementine Bugenimana scraped by as a trader selling foodstuffs. Now a refugee in Rwanda, she has learned how to farm through a programme that is putting food on the table and money in her pocket. “This...
The Government of Rwanda, the African Union, and UNHCR agree to continue the evacuation of refugees and asylum seekers from Libya
This addendum takes effect immediately and will ensure that the established ETM in Gashora, Rwanda continues until 31 December 2023.
2019 DAFI Scholarship for refugees in Rwanda
UNHCR Rwanda invites young refugees to submit their applications to participate in DAFI scholarship program (Albert Einstein German Academic Refugee Initiative).
UNHCR organizes humanitarian evacuation of 176 vulnerable asylum seekers out of Libya
176 vulnerable asylum seekers were evacuated from Libya today on a humanitarian flight to Rwanda, organized by UNHCR, the UN Refugee Agency. It was the second such flight to Rwanda this year, using the Emergency Transit Mechanism (ETM), the first having taken place in...
The Government of Rwanda, the African Union, and UNHCR agree to continue the evacuation of refugees and asylum seekers from Libya
This addendum takes effect immediately and will ensure that the established ETM in Gashora, Rwanda continues until 31 December 2023.
2019 DAFI Scholarship for refugees in Rwanda
UNHCR Rwanda invites young refugees to submit their applications to participate in DAFI scholarship program (Albert Einstein German Academic Refugee Initiative).
Forum seeks solutions for Africa’s 36 million displaced
Malish Godfrey smiles welcomingly at guests as they stop to admire the beadwork arranged neatly on his table. His is one of several colourful stands at the exhibition area of the Kigali Convention Centre in the heart of Rwanda’s capital. The artwork on display is...
The Government of Rwanda, the African Union, and UNHCR agree to continue the evacuation of refugees and asylum seekers from Libya
This addendum takes effect immediately and will ensure that the established ETM in Gashora, Rwanda continues until 31 December 2023.
2019 DAFI Scholarship for refugees in Rwanda
UNHCR Rwanda invites young refugees to submit their applications to participate in DAFI scholarship program (Albert Einstein German Academic Refugee Initiative).
MINEMA and UNHCR launch environmental rehabilitation drive in Gihembe
The United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) and the Ministry in Charge of Emergency Management (MINEMA) today launched a series of activities meant to rehabilitate depleted environment in Gihembe which hosted Congolese refugees for 24 years. Gihembe...
The Government of Rwanda, the African Union, and UNHCR agree to continue the evacuation of refugees and asylum seekers from Libya
This addendum takes effect immediately and will ensure that the established ETM in Gashora, Rwanda continues until 31 December 2023.
2019 DAFI Scholarship for refugees in Rwanda
UNHCR Rwanda invites young refugees to submit their applications to participate in DAFI scholarship program (Albert Einstein German Academic Refugee Initiative).
UNHCR in partnership with Profuturo Foundation supports access to digital education in refugee and host community schools
Mahama –The United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) today handed over 185 computers, 1,680 tablets, and other IT equipment to the Rwanda Basic Education Board (REB) to enhance access to equitable quality education in refugee and host community...
The Government of Rwanda, the African Union, and UNHCR agree to continue the evacuation of refugees and asylum seekers from Libya
This addendum takes effect immediately and will ensure that the established ETM in Gashora, Rwanda continues until 31 December 2023.
2019 DAFI Scholarship for refugees in Rwanda
UNHCR Rwanda invites young refugees to submit their applications to participate in DAFI scholarship program (Albert Einstein German Academic Refugee Initiative).
The Government of Rwanda, the African Union, and UNHCR agree to continue the evacuation of refugees and asylum seekers from Libya
This addendum takes effect immediately and will ensure that the established ETM in Gashora, Rwanda continues until 31 December 2023.
2019 DAFI Scholarship for refugees in Rwanda
UNHCR Rwanda invites young refugees to submit their applications to participate in DAFI scholarship program (Albert Einstein German Academic Refugee Initiative).
JOINT COMMUNIQUE: Relocation of refugees from Gihembe to Mahama camp
RELOCATION OF REFUGEES FROM GIHEMBE TO MAHAMA CAMP. JOINT COMMUNIQUE The Government of Rwanda in collaboration with the UN Refugee Agency (UNHCR) is relocating refugees from Gihembe, in Gicumbi District to Mahama camp in Kirehe District for their well-being and...
The Government of Rwanda, the African Union, and UNHCR agree to continue the evacuation of refugees and asylum seekers from Libya
This addendum takes effect immediately and will ensure that the established ETM in Gashora, Rwanda continues until 31 December 2023.
2019 DAFI Scholarship for refugees in Rwanda
UNHCR Rwanda invites young refugees to submit their applications to participate in DAFI scholarship program (Albert Einstein German Academic Refugee Initiative).
Youths in Action: Youth Volunteers Support their Community and Peers
The volunteers contribute tremendously in many areas, such as child protection, prevention of sexual and gender-based violence, and running recreational activities for children.
The Government of Rwanda, the African Union, and UNHCR agree to continue the evacuation of refugees and asylum seekers from Libya
This addendum takes effect immediately and will ensure that the established ETM in Gashora, Rwanda continues until 31 December 2023.
2019 DAFI Scholarship for refugees in Rwanda
UNHCR Rwanda invites young refugees to submit their applications to participate in DAFI scholarship program (Albert Einstein German Academic Refugee Initiative).
European Union provides EUR 1,500,000 contribution to UNHCR in support the refugee response in Mahama camp and promote refugees access to COVID19 vaccines
Kigali, Rwanda – The European Union will support the UN Refugee Agency (UNHCR) in Rwanda in 2021 with a contribution amounting to EUR 1,500,000, from a total envelope of EUR 5.5 million allocated to the UNHCR to assist Burundian refugees in the region. This generous...