The dire funding situation is endangering the lives of many, including refugees and host communities. No matter the challenges, UNHCR will stay and deliver. Refugees need our solidarity to live in safety, with dignity, and to rebuild their lives. #WorldRefugeeDay

According to the Refugees International, Kakuma  refugee  camp  has  over 2,500  businesses and a growing consumption economy of  U.S. $56 million, 3 percent contributions to the local gross regional product, underscoring the refugees contribution to the economy.

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Yesterday, we joined our partners in Nairobi in solidarity #WithRefugees. Talented refugee dancers, drummers, and performers graced the event while participants also sampled and purchased beautiful items made by refugees. Thank you for supporting refugees.

With over 123 million people already displaced, and worrying estimation of reaching 135 million by the end of this year, the diplomacy must be given fair chance to reach peace agreements, as it’s perhaps the best invention of humanity. open.substack.com/pub/suhailawan…

Garissa County Famers are preparing their farms with their hopes pegged on this water pump generator that uses diesel. Though it helps, but very unsustainable as it may easily breakdown or run out of fuel at critical time. This is where One Stop Development Agency comes in #Sustainability

Here lies the answer to Kenya's Food Insecurity issue. The Tana, which is the largest river in the country, should be fully utilized to propel Kenya to be Food Secure.

In Dadaab, Daud Kusow is changing how people see disability: with confidence, action, and a smile.

Children are the least responsible for climate change but bear the greatest burden. Did you know that over 12 million children in Kenya face moderate to very high #climate & #disaster risk? Read the Climate Landscape Analysis for Children to learn more: unicef.org/kenya/reports/…

From Dadaab to a nursing degree in Canada, Malyun’s journey began with a WUSC scholarship and a desire to help others. This International Youth Day, we thank donors whose support opens pathways for refugee youth to access tertiary education at home and abroad. Read more 👇🏾

On #WorldHumanitarianDay, we honour humanitarians who risk — and too often lose — their lives to protect others. Our call is clear: ⚠️ Respect the rules of war 🛡 Protect those who protect humanity ✊ End impunity #ActForHumanity

“What does it mean to be at KMTC?” 🩺 For refugee and host students, it means skills to help the vulnerable, meeting new communities and becoming competent nurses ready to give back. 🎓 Scholarships by UNHCR with Novo Nordisk Foundation and KMTC make it possible.

African leaders officially adopted the Addis Ababa Declaration on accelerating global climate solutions Africa Climate Summit 2 The Summit will now be convened every three  years with follow-up actions by the African Group of Negotiators (AGN) and AMCEN under the guidance of CAHOSCC, with

“If the Africa Climate Summit (#ACS2) doesn't put health at the centre of its discussion, the conference will have missed its purpose. #ClimateAction without health at its core is incomplete and ineffective.” – Dr. Martin Muchangi - Dr. Martin Muchangi (PhD) #AmrefAtACS2 Africa Climate Summit 2

From coding clubs to classrooms, education and mentorship opportunities are unlocking futures in Kakuma. Refugee girls are turning barriers into bridges and proving they can thrive far beyond the camp, including at university. ✨ Read more 🔗👇🏾 unhcr.org/ke/news/storie…

From being counted as a refugee in Dadaab to counting others in Kenya’s first national budget survey to include refugees. Fathi Noor is helping ensure refugees are included in the data that guides access to services thanks to KNBStats, World Bank Kenya and Joint Data Center on Forced Displacement.

Today, ODA hosted a team from Society for International Development Nairobi Office, led by Passy Amayo We discussed areas of possible collaboration between the two organizations especially in our focus region-the Arid and Semi-Arid Lands ( ASAL). Passy was accompanied by Duncan Koome & Emily Karanja.

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