Zimbabwe supports refugees living within the country's borders. Deputy Minister Mercy Dinha spoke before World Refugee Day celebrations at Tongogara Refugee Camp. She said Zimbabwe follows international laws that protect people who flee their home countries. The nation's 2013 Constitution gives refugees access to social services and paths to citizenship. Her ministry helps refugees obtain birth certificates and national identity documents.
World Refugee Day happens June 20 with the theme Solidarity with Refugees. UN refugee chief Boubacar Bamba said solidarity means taking action to help displaced people. He praised Zimbabwe for supporting refugees and noted that 17,000 refugees live at Tongogara camp. The refugees receive land for farming, healthcare, education and clean water. Bamba said countries must stand up for refugee rights and provide safety.
World Refugee Day happens June 20 with the theme Solidarity with Refugees. UN refugee chief Boubacar Bamba said solidarity means taking action to help displaced people. He praised Zimbabwe for supporting refugees and noted that 17,000 refugees live at Tongogara camp. The refugees receive land for farming, healthcare, education and clean water. Bamba said countries must stand up for refugee rights and provide safety.
