Late 6th President of The Republic of Zambia, H.E Edgar Chagwa Lungu (MHSRIEP)
Official Launch of Electrification of Refugee Settlements in Zambia Project at MehebaThe date of Friday 19 January 2024, marks a renewed hope to the refugees in Zambia as the government launches the first ever Refugee Policy that strengthens the protection of the welfare of refugees, former refugees and asylum seekers. It seeks enhancement of the access to essential services and livelihood opportunities, durable solutions and inclusion of refugees in development programmes, as well as fostering the harmonious coexistence between refugees and the host communities.
Launch of National Refugee Policy in Zambia.
From right: Mrs. Preeta Law: UNHCR Representative, Hon. Jack Mwiimbu: Minister of Home Affairs and Internal Security(MHAIS), Mr. Dickson Matembo: Permanent Secretary at MHAIS and H.E Ambassador Prosper N'gandu: Commissioner for Refugees.
The UN has called for an investigation into the "disappearance or abduction" of three Rwandan refugees, including two ex-presidential guards, from neighbouring Uganda.
Their "disappearance or abduction" raised serious concerns about a culture of impunity, a UN official said.
Rwanda denied it was involved in any illegal activity.
Many critics of Rwanda's President Paul Kagame flee to other countries, accusing him of being authoritarian.
