
Fresh start for Malian refugees in Burkina Faso as camp reopens
The Goudoubo camp, empty after violence forced residents out, now bustles as schools and healthcare centres rebuild and businesses reopen.
1 Apr 2021

News Comment: Six refugees among 137 killed in Niger's recent attack
This news comment is attributable to Gillian Triggs, UNHCR's Assistant High Commissioner for Protection
1 Apr 2021

UNHCR outraged by deadly attack against displaced population in Western Niger
23 Mar 2021

Surging violence in Nigeria drives displacement to Niger
2 Mar 2021

Fleeing bandit attacks, Nigerian villagers seek safety in Niger
Around 77,000 Nigerians have sought refuge in Niger's Maradi region, some 7,660 since the start of the year as banditry and armed attacks spread.
2 Mar 2021

Keeping displaced families safe amid surge in Niger violence
As increasing numbers are forced from their homes by armed groups in Niger's volatile western border region, UNHCR mobilizes network of local protection monitors.
3 Feb 2021

As Sub-Saharan crises force more to flee, UNHCR calls for stronger Mediterranean route response
27 Jan 2021

Climate change and conflict pursue displaced Burkinabes
In Burkina Faso, the displaced struggle to find a refuge from violence and the effects of global heating.
25 Jan 2021

Grim milestone as Sahel violence displaces 2 million inside their countries
22 Jan 2021