Department of Refugee Affairs Stories

Kenya’s refugee population hits 860,000 as State pushes integration plan
Mary Wambui  |  Nov 27, 2025

Interior CS Kipchumba Murkomen said the plan paves the way for the transformation of refugee camps into integrated and sustainable settlements.

Garissa MCAs walk out of consultation meeting on socio-economic inclusion of refugees
Issa Hussein  |  Feb 11, 2025

Earlier, MPs from the host community raised contentious issues bedevilling the successful implementation of the plan.

Refugee Affairs Dept announces delays in printing travel documents
Issa Hussein  |  Aug 14, 2024

The department claims to have swiftly responded to the crisis and is working to procure a replacement machine to enable the resumption of services.

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