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As South Sudan crisis deepens, more funds needed for refugees
15 May 2017 UNHCR and its partners launch a major new humanitarian appeal, seeking more than US$1.4 billion to provide vital aid to those fleeing fighting and hunger. -
Families hit by conflict in South Sudan find safety in Sudan
12 Apr 2017 Driven by fear and worsening food security, refugees cross into White Nile State. -
UN High Commissioner for Refugees welcomes release of abducted staff
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Refugees in Egypt risk all on deadly sea crossing to Europe
21 Oct 2016 Lured by smugglers, over 3,600 refugees and migrants have died or gone missing on the Mediterranean this year. Shipwreck survivors in Egypt recount their ordeal. -
Survivors tell of fights over lifejackets as boat flipped off Egypt
30 Sep 2016 In interviews with UNHCR, survivors recall their horror as a trawler that smugglers packed with up to 500 people capsized, claiming at least 202 lives. -
Unaccompanied children in Calais cultivate a world away from home
27 Sep 2016 A centre for young refugees in Saint-Omer offers shelter and protection, as well as the chance to enjoy being children again. -
Volunteer refugee teacher steps up to fill gaps in camp schooling
27 Sep 2016 Veteran Sudanese educator launches his own learning centre to give young refugees lessons in English – and peace – at Ethiopian camp. -
Migrant and refugee boat tragedy and irregular departures from Egypt
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UNHCR saddened by loss of life in boat capsize off Egypt
23 Sep 2016 Egyptian authorities rescue 150 people including Sudanese, Eritreans and Somalis after boat capsizes off Rosetta. At least 42 bodies have reportedly been recovered.