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Fatima Mohammed-Cole retweeted
Intercommunal violence in southern Ethiopia has forced nearly 50k people to flee into Kenya.
I’ve allocated $3M from UN’s Global Emergency Fund CERF to help partners urgently deliver life-saving food, water, shelter, and health.
In Moyale, I met families fleeing violence in Ethiopia.
Grateful to the Kenyan Gov't, Marsabit County authorities & host communities for their support.
We hope for peace so families can return home safely and voluntarily. UNHCR and partners remain committed to supporting them.
Fatima Mohammed-Cole retweeted
Dadaab is home to a growing economy, skilled entrepreneurs and untapped economic potential.
We were glad to host private sector leaders led by the International Chamber of Commerce Kenya, to explore sustainable investment opportunities for refugees and host communities.
Fatima Mohammed-Cole retweeted
Shukria gave birth five days after arriving in Moyale.
Abdi's family is safe in a temporary protection site.
A Kenyan family opened their home to Kabale and her children.
They fled violence in Ethiopia and crossed into Kenya. They found safety, but the struggle is far from over.
Fatima Mohammed-Cole retweeted
Registration of people fleeing violence in Ethiopia is underway in Moyale, Kenya.
Led by the Government of Kenya, with support from UNHCR and partners, the exercise is helping identify people with specific needs and inform the provision of protection and humanitarian assistance.
Fatima Mohammed-Cole retweeted
Imagine getting ready for the Youth Olympic Games with a legend in your corner.
Two-time Olympic marathon champion, former marathon world record holder and UNESCO Goodwill Ambassador Eliud Kipchoge is mentoring young refugee athletes preparing to compete on the world stage.
Next stop: #Dakar2026
Before they left for Dakar, I was delighted to welcome Clement, Rachid, Arno and Florence - young refugee athletes from Kenya & Uganda - with their coaches. You've worked hard for this moment.
Take your place on this historic stage with confidence you've earned it! #Dakar2026
For decades, Kenya has offered refuge to people forced to flee.
This Mashujaa Day, we celebrate Kenyans and the spirit of generosity that has given so many a chance to begin again.
Happy Mashujaa Day! 🇰🇪
At the close of Kenya’s Social Protection Conference today, I highlighted how the Shirika Plan can advance inclusion for refugees and host communities.
Recognised IDs and access to financial services are key to helping refugees benefit from national social protection.
Fatima Mohammed-Cole retweeted
1/2 Kenya has made progress in strengthening social protection, including expanding cash support & putting new policies & laws in place.
Today, we joined the Gov't, UN agencies & partners at the 4th Kenya Social Protection Conference to take stock of that progress. #SPCKe2026
For refugee children, sitting the same national exams as their peers can open doors to more opportunities.
Last week, @UNHCR_Kenya signed an MoU with @KNECKenya to help refugee learners take those exams and earn qualifications recognised across Kenya.
How much more suffering can Sudan endure? The killing and devastation must end now. The people of Sudan deserve peace, safety, dignity, and a future free from violence. The world must not look away.
The war in Sudan is devastating lives.
People are fleeing horrific violence. Families are being torn apart.
UNHCR's @mamadou_dbalde met refugees arriving in Chad carrying the trauma of what they have endured in search of safety. Refugees must be protected.
Close to 1 million refugees have fled Sudan civil war for Chad - UNHCR youtube.com/shorts/N_POexqlz… via @YouTube
Fatima Mohammed-Cole retweeted
The Joint GISEDP Review Workshop started in Dadaab, bringing together Garissa County Gov't, development & humanitarian partners.
Over four days, participants will take stock, share lessons & shape priorities for inclusive, sustainable development for refugee & host communities.
Fatima Mohammed-Cole retweeted
Yesterday in Dadaab, we welcomed @JapaninKenya 's Ambassador to Kenya, H.E. Hiroshi Matsuura, alongside WFP and the Government of Kenya.
We shared how our joint work supports refugees and host communities through protection, food, health services and livelihoods.
Important conversations are taking place in Dadaab this week as partners review progress under GISEDP and look ahead.
This work is an important part of advancing longer-term, sustainable inclusion for refugee and host communities, in line with the vision of the Shirika Plan.
The Shirika Plan is a landmark opportunity to turn refugee inclusion into practical results.
In Kakuma and Kalobeyei, 14 UN agencies came together with Government and Turkana County to look at how we can better align our support behind this shared vision.
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Across Kenya, colleagues, partners and community workers protect and support refugees and host communities every day.
On #WorldHumanitarianDay, I honour their service and remember more than 80 aid workers killed worldwide this year. Humanitarians must never be targets.
Fatima Mohammed-Cole retweeted
Humanitarians stand with people during some of the most difficult moments of their lives.
Across Kenya, they provide protection and life-saving assistance to refugees and other communities in need.
To humanitarians in Kenya 🇰🇪 and everywhere: thank you. #WorldHumanitarianDay
Kenya’s long history of protecting refugees reflects the enduring principles of the 1951 Refugee Convention.
As we mark 75 years, we recognise Kenya’s continued commitment to advancing protection, inclusion and opportunities for refugees and host communities.
