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Refugees in Eastern and Southern Africa remain in exile for a median period of almost 16 years, underscoring the urgent need to expand solutions.
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UNHCR, the UN Refugee Agency
The lack of safe shelter and basic services is sharply increasing protection risks.
Women and children remain particularly exposed to exploitation, abuse and violence, while older people, those with disabilities and other vulnerable groups face serious challenges.
UNHCR and partners remain on the ground monitoring borders and carrying out targeted community-based protection services to identify those most in need and referring them to available services.
Around 100,000 people fled into neighbouring Ethiopia in search of safety, with population movements remaining fluid.
Meanwhile, thousands have also returned home in recent weeks despite ongoing insecurity, limited services and severe humanitarian needs.
