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On his first visit to Ethiopia, UNHCR’s Salih focuses on inclusion and solutions for refugees
By UN High Commissioner for Refugees at ReliefWeb
· June 24, 2026
· 4 min read
. “Ethiopia is demonstrating what becomes possible when protection is matched with inclusion and opportunity – not only for refugees, but also for the communities that welcome them,” Salih said. “This leadership deserves greater international support, investment and responsibility-sharing.” During t
Key takeaway Ethiopia is one of Africa’s largest refugee-hosting countries, home to over 1.
Why this matters
The UNHCR's emphasis on inclusion and solutions for refugees in Ethiopia reflects a broader shift in the humanitarian community's approach to displacement. By launching the Makatet Roadmap, Ethiopia is taking a proactive stance in integrating refugees into national systems and services, which could serve as a model for other countries. The initiative's focus on providing access to documentation, education, and employment aligns with the global goal of reducing reliance on humanitarian assistance. As one of Africa's largest refugee-hosting countries, Ethiopia's experience will be closely watched by the international community, particularly in light of the ongoing refugee crisis in the region. The success of the Makatet Roadmap could have significant implications for the implementation of UNHCR's "50 by 35" vision, which aims to reduce the number of refugees in protracted situations by half over the next decade.
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Category: disaster ·
Published: June 24, 2026 ·
Source: ReliefWeb ·
Reading time: 4 min
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