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Number of refugees from Central African Republic approaches 40,000 mark
5 Apr 2013 Over the last two weeks, UNHCR offices have reported fresh arrivals into Chad, Cameroon and Democratic Republic of the Congo. There are now 37,000 Central African Republic refugees. -
Civilians continue to flee military offensive in Mali; internal return prospects mixed
1 Feb 2013 To the extent that refugee numbers are a barometer of the situation, UNHCR notes that the number of refugees fleeing to neighbouring countries is continuing to rise. -
More than 7,500 flee new Mali offensive; refugees report food shortages
22 Jan 2013 The forcibly displaced speak of increasing shortages of food and fuel, with traditional markets unable to operate. UNHCR and partners assisting refugees. -
UNHCR ready for possible influx of Malian refugees in neighbouring countries
16 Jan 2013 UNHCR and its partners have plans to cope with a further possible displacement of 300,000 displaced people inside Mali and 407,000 to surrounding countries. -
Q&A: UNHCR coordinator for Mali crisis hopes for best, prepares for worst
29 Oct 2012 Valentin Tapsoba is preparing contingency plans for the Mali emergency, including the possibility of further mass displacement in the months ahead. -
Q&A: Swedish diplomat reflects on visit to refugee camp in Niger
19 Oct 2012 Jan Knutsson, who just completed his term as chairman of UNHCR's governing body, discusses his recent trip to meet Malian refugees in Niger. -
Mali refugee students set up "government" in UNHCR-backed school in Niger
5 Oct 2012 UNHCR works with Niger's Ministry of Education, UNICEF and Oxfam to provide education for as many Malian refugee children as possible. -
UNHCR says funding shortfall threatens Mali operation
15 Jun 2012 To date, UNHCR has received only 13 per cent of the US$153.7 million needed to assist desperate Malians displaced inside and outside their country. -
UNHCR seeks US$154 million to help Mali refugees, up sharply from earlier appeal
31 May 2012 In a press release, UNHCR says the money is needed for its operations this year in Burkina Faso, Mali, Mauritania and Niger.