UNHCR: Burundian, Congolese refugees need help

Burundian and Congolese refugees in Rwanda need ‘sustained’ help, according to the UN agency in charge of refugee affairs. Erika Fitzpatrick, UNHCR Rwanda Associate Reporting Officer, told Sunday Times that the number of “active” Burundian refugees in Rwanda now stood at 77,678 individuals in 31,586 households.
Burundian refugees prepare a meal at Mahama Camp. UNHCR wants more help for them. (Timothy Kisambira)
Burundian refugees prepare a meal at Mahama Camp. UNHCR wants more help for them. (Timothy Kisambira)
James Karuhanga