Andrew Mbogori

We recently argued that the existing asylum system is not working, and that something better should be built. In a guest essay, @FilippoGrandi explains why we should “preserve and strengthen” existing systems economist.com/by-invitation/…

Pleasure meeting Major General Samad Akesode- AU Head of Mission (monitoring,verification and compliance mission) in #mekele advocacy for #peace, i briefed the General on @UNHCREthiopia support to 🇪🇹's efforts in responding to #refugee, #Idps and host communities.…

Today, @UNHCREthiopia relocated 274 newly arrived South Sudanese from Matar to the new Luakdong site in Gambella 🇪🇹. This is the first group out of +35,000 people who fled violence in 🇸🇸. The Region's Vice President welcomed them & @GOALinEthiopia provided hot meals.

Are you a refugee with a bold idea or leading a community initiative? This is your chance to turn your ideas into action. The Refugee-led Innovation Fund is now open for applications: 📅 Apply by 22 Aug 2025 🔗 unhcr.org/innovation/ref…

Welldone 🇪🇹 actualizing #GRF pledges @mamadou_dbalde

Telling the #humanitarian story #tigray emergency, a conversation with former colleague Sarah Elliots at Mekelle. We stay to serve!

This morning i held fruitful consultation with @reda_getachew #ethiopia Minister for East African Affiars we discussed regional displacement challenges and durable solutions for #idps and #refugees and @Refugees support. @mamadou_dbalde

Fruitful meeting this afternoon in #mekelle #ethiopia with H.E Gen Tadesse Werede, President - Tigray Interim Administration discussed support to return of #idps and #humanitarian response in existing sites. @UNHCREthiopia

Day spent at SabaCare #idp Settlement women center in #mekelle #tigray #ethiopia @UNHCREthiopia @IOMEthiopia @UNDPEthiopia working towards durable solutions for #idps in 🇪🇹 @mamadou_dbalde

Today I am back in #mekelle #tigray #ethiopia @UNHCREthiopia to support the regional government #IDP #refugee response/seeking durable solutions for #idps @mamadou_dbalde

Back to #mizan #ethiopia where it all started 33 years ago! was humbled to meet former @Refugees collegues Shemaliz and Tefesse who still live in Mizan. I left Mizan as Head of Field Office in May 1996 after serving for 4 years. @mamadou_dbalde @TeybaHassen @FilippoGrandi

Spent good time with Mr Ojullu and members of #Refugee Leadership in Okugo Settlement in Dimma #Ethiopia. Refugees asked for support to enhance services #education #health and #agro-livelihood. Also held consultation with @RRS coordinator Ato Abebe. The site was established 13…

Thank you ASG Ramiz for your leadership #ethiopia and support to @UNHCREthiopia @Refugees we wish you all the best! @mamadou_dbalde @RaoufMazou @RamizAlakbarov @FilippoGrandi

RRS' @DebellaZewdu represented 🇪🇹 at the 2025 Consultations on Resettlement and Complementary Pathways, in🇨🇭. He shared insights on 🇪🇹's national policies & practices under the Makatet Roadmap, with a focus on operationalizing the Routes-Based Approach & complementary pathways.

If realized, the agreement between the Democratic Rep of Congo and Rwanda can bring peace at last to millions whose lives have been torn for decades by violence, hatred and greed, including refugees and displaced. As foreseen by the agreement, UNHCR stands ready to do its part.

On #WorldRefugeeDay, we join forces with #refugees from 🇪🇷🇾🇪🇸🇾🇨🇩to tell their stories through art including cultural dances, musical performances, essays, circus acts by talented refugee and host community youth.

Refugees want opportunities not handouts. In #Ethiopia, refugees are making significant contributions to the country and its economy because they are given a chance. Nadine🇨🇩, Gach🇸🇸 and Amani🇸🇩 share their stories.

🪪Over 65,000 refugees have now received their Fayda numbers in #Ethiopia, incl.+9,000 Sudanese refugees. In a 🌍where identity is key, UNHCR🙏🏾the Govt of 🇪🇹, @RRSEthiopia, @IDethiopia, @WorldBank & @EU_Partnerships for supporting these efforts 👇🏾 developmentactionrefugees.org/whats-new/poli…

#refugee inclusion = #makatet thank you 🇪🇹 +commitment by our donors and partners @FilippoGrandi @RamizAlakbarov @RaoufMazou @mamadou_dbalde