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The United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees and the African Development Bank (AfDB) have signed a Joint Country Action Plan for 2025-2027 to advance refugee inclusion and self-reliance in Rwanda across key sectors.
All Africa reports that the joint plan aims to integrate refugee needs into national development efforts, reinforcing the humanitarian-development nexus and aligning with Rwanda’s national priorities and the objectives of the Global Compact on Refugees.
The plan outlines strategic cooperation in key sectors, including energy advocating for refugee inclusion in national energy grids and clean cooking initiatives.
In the Water, Sanitation, and Hybrid (WASH) sector, refugee settlements will be integrated into national water systems and sanitation infrastructure.
In the transport sector, connectivity will be enhanced in refugee-hosting districts to improve access to services and markets.
Economic empowerment efforts with focus on expanding livelihood opportunities and improving access to finance for refugees.
In the education and skills development sector, the plan will support inclusive education and vocational training for both refugees and youth from host communities.
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