UNHCR Newsletter

More than 100,000 Syrian refugees in August

Last month, the number of refugees fleeing Syria rose sharply, with 103,416 people seeking asylum in neighbouring countries. As the highest monthly total to date, it brings the total number of Syrian refugees registered or awaiting registration to more than 235,300.

The Syrian Arab Republic has long been host to thousands of Iraqi refugees, many of whom have now been forced to return to Iraq.

Syrian refugees at a collective shelter in the city of Arsal in the Bekaa Valley, 100 kilometres from the Lebanese capital, Beirut.

Heavy clouds hang over Jamam refugee camp, where UNHCR staff help thousands of Sudanese refugees.

In the field...

UNHCR's Sudanese staff go the extra mile to help refugees

At Jamam refugee camp in South Sudan, the majority of UNHCR staff were once refugees themselves. Their personal experiences are their strongest source of motivation.

"I have the capacity to help and I know where they have been. I have no other choice in my heart but to help."

Staff often risk their own safety to protect others. Read their stories.

Rokiyatou, 8, and her friend Fadimata, 10, fled their homes in Gossi, in northern Mali, last February. They and their families found refuge at Damba camp in Burkina Faso.

From the High Commissioner...

Antonio Guterres writes on
'Why Mali Matters'

UN High Commissioner for Refugees António Guterres has urged the international community to step up efforts for a political solution to the Mali crisis, warning that the whole region could be affected unless stronger action is taken.

"Mali now matters more than ever. And it matters for two reasons. Read more

In the news...

Supermodel Alek Wek was given refugee status in the UK, but has returned to South Sudan to meet with refugees and returnees one year after independence.

Almost 64,000 risk perilous Gulf crossing to Yemen

A record number of refugees and migrants have crossed the perilous Gulf of Aden seas to Yemen so far this year.

Figures also show a huge increase in the number of Ethiopians risking the crossing. Find out how Ramadan affects the figures.

Pam & Pierre. The couple have long supported efforts to bring lasting peace to the Sudan region.

eBay founder donates £315,000

Pierre Omidyar and his wife Pam have donated $500,000 (£315,000) to UNHCR's emergency operation for tens of thousands of refugees in South Sudan. Read what inspired them to donate.

A portrait of UNAIDS International Goodwill Ambassador Annie Lennox, OBE.

Event: Nansen Refugee Award - October 1st

The Nansen award is given annually to an individual or organisation in recognition of extraordinary and dedicated service to refugees.

This year, British singer, songwriter, campaigner and activist, Annie Lennox OBE, will perform at the ceremony in Geneva.

The winner will be announced on September 18th so keep an eye on our website! Read more

Syrian refugee children in front of a collective centre in Lebanon.

Thank you: Said Foundation

UNHCR has received a generous donation of £250,000 from the Said Foundation, which will ensure that 1,100 Syrian refugee children and vulnerable Lebanese children will have places in schools this autumn. Read more

Nadia Abdullah, olds her 2year old daughter Afra, who is suffering from diarrhoea and malnutrition, outside a treatment tent in Gendrassa refugee camp.

Photogallery

There are roughly 105,000 refugees in South Sudan's Maban County.

UNHCR and its partners are working vigorously to prevent and contain the outbreak of malaria and several water-borne diseases.

Full photogallery

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