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UNHCR and partners seek US$296 million for Burundi refugee crisis
This is a summary of what was said by UNHCR spokesperson Charlie Yaxley – to whom quoted text may be attributed – at today’s press briefing at the Palais des Nations in Geneva.
‘Get tested, Help keep you healthy and others safe’ – A tale of refugees living with HIV in Rwanda
“Knowing my HIV status gave me piece of mind – and testing was the only way I could know for sure.”
Kigali sees economic sense in helping refugee entrepreneurs
Support scheme in Rwandan capital and elsewhere sees refugee businesses including Burundian-owned LPG store create 2,600 new jobs countrywide.
Helena Christensen Meets The Models Changing Stereotypes In A Rwandan Refugee Camp
“I’m walking with fellow models – all refugees from Burundi – all members of TFM – Top Fashion Models agency. And they’re good. Better than good. They’re great.”
Kigali: Refugee artisans bring a taste of their heritage through the German Christmas market
“I am delighted that refugees are integrated in the society. It’s really great to have them here and share their heritage with us.”
Kigeme Iwacu Magazine
This magazine is written and published by youth from Kigeme refugee camp – a camp hosting nearly 21,000 Congolese refugees.
Helena Christensen urges support for world’s most underfunded refugee crisis
UNHCR High profile supporter, model and photographer Helena Christensen is calling for urgent funding and global attention for Burundian refugees living in Rwanda following a trip with UNHCR, the UN Refugee Agency.
Her Royal Highness Princess Sarah Zeid visits Gihembe Refugee Camp
HRH Sarah Zei interacted with refugees, UNHCR and implementing partner staff to better understand first-hand achievements – and challenges faced – in the area of reproductive, maternal, newborn, child and adolescent health, but also challenges implied by the lack of lighting in the camp and alternative to cooking energies.
La Banque Mondiale approuve une subvention de $US 150 millions pour soutenir l’éducation au Rwanda
« Le mode de gestion des fonds au Rwanda a incité la BM à maintenir et renforcer son partenariat avec le pays » Directrice Générale de la BM, Kristalina Georgieva