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UNHCR Uganda Fact Sheet - January - March 2026
By UN High Commissioner for Refugees at ReliefWeb
· June 25, 2026
· 1 min read
Countries: Uganda, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Eritrea, Somalia, South Sudan, Sudan . Uganda hosts 1,999,576 refugees and asylum-seekers - the largest refugee population in Africa - representing a 1% increase since December 2025. South Sudanese (52%) and Congolese (33%) refugees account for th
Key takeaway Uganda's progressive 2006 Refugee Act, guaranteeing freedom of movement, the right to work, and access to national services, remains foundational but is under mounting strain.
Why this matters
The situation in Uganda highlights the challenges of hosting a large refugee population, with women and children making up a significant majority. The country's progressive refugee policies, enshrined in the 2006 Refugee Act, are being tested by the sheer scale of the crisis. The recent directive suspending prima facie recognition for new asylum-seekers and extending protection timelines may indicate a shift in the government's approach to refugee management. The critical funding shortfall facing UNHCR, with only 14% of required funds met, has already led to a reduction in field operations and a focus on lifesaving interventions. This shortfall threatens to undermine gains made in protection, health, nutrition, and education, and may have long-term consequences for the refugee population and the country as a whole. The ability of Uganda and international organizations to respond to this crisis will be crucial in preventing a reversal of progress and ensuring the well-being of nearly 2 million refugees and asylum-seekers.
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Category: disaster ·
Published: June 25, 2026 ·
Source: ReliefWeb ·
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What is this story about? Countries: Uganda, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Eritrea, Somalia, South Sudan, Sudan . Uganda hosts 1,999,576 refugees and asylum-seekers - the largest refugee population in Africa - representing a 1% increase since December 2025. South Sudanese (52%) and Congolese (33%) refugees account for th
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