Malawi's largest refugee camp in crisis DW 07/09/2025
Briefly

The UNHCR is facing a funding shortfall, requiring a reduction in operations that includes 3,500 staff layoffs worldwide. In Malawi, significant cuts are impacting Dzaleka, the largest refugee camp, with layoffs affecting camp supervisors and security staff, and essential programs ceasing. Refugees, who mainly hail from the Great Lakes region and the Horn of Africa, face deteriorating conditions with many fearing repatriation discussions. Activists highlight specific concerns about the welfare of women and children in accessing basic health and public services amid these cutbacks.
The UNHCR has reported significant funding shortfalls leading to the downsizing of global operations, including 3,500 staff cuts, affecting refugee services.
In Malawi, humanitarian agencies at Dzaleka camp are halting programs, directly impacting women and children who require essential health care and services.
Civil society groups are deeply concerned about the well-being of refugees in Dzaleka as basic public services deteriorate further due to job cuts.
Discussions regarding the repatriation of refugees from Dzaleka have begun, creating anxiety among them about safety and the loss of their current support.
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