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Malawi Refugee Guide
The Malawi Refugee Guide provides an overview of the historical and current circumstances of refugees at Dzaleka Refugee Camp. Designed to inform and educate, the guide also dispels myths and offers insights into life in the camp, covering key topics such as historical context, legal frameworks, living conditions, and the roles of stakeholders. More than a factual resource, the guide also challenges misconceptions, fosters informed dialogue, and serves as a tool for education, advocacy, and action. It empowers readers—whether citizens, policymakers, or allies—to support meaningful reforms that uphold the dignity and rights of refugees, contributing to a more inclusive and compassionate society.
Bailed After Almost a Year Behind Bars
November has been a month of hope and renewal for Inua Advocacy having reunited a family torn apart by incarceration. After nearly a year in Dedza Prison, a 35-year-old Burundian refugee regained his freedom through our legal intervention. His ordeal began in February 2024 when he was imprisoned and had no legal representation. Desperate for […]
Hope in the face of hardship
In the early hours of October 12th, around 3 a.m, chaos descended upon Dzaleka Refugee Camp as the Malawi Defence Force (MDF) launched a raid; the second one of its kind this year, following a similar operation in July. For Dzaleka’s refugee community, already scarred by the trauma of fleeing violence, the raid reignited feelings of […]
Bridging the legal representation gap for refugees
Serah, a young mother from Dzaleka Refugee Camp, represents a powerful story of resilience and justice having endured constant abuse from her partner. Despite interventions from both families, the abuse persisted, and her situation became increasingly dire. He once threw their three-month-old baby into a laundry basket; and in another incident he violently pulled out […]
Fostering partnerships for refugee advocacy
In our ongoing mission to advance refugee rights and foster impactful alliances, we are pleased to share the outcomes of our recent engagements with senior journalists and religious leaders. Held in mid-August, these conferences were critical in amplifying key issues and forging valuable partnerships. Your continued support makes these crucial discussions possible, and we are excited about […]
Milestones in Promoting Refugee Rights
On April 10 2024, the Department of Immigration and Citizenship Services apprehended a group of eight young refugees at a barbershop in Lilongwe for being outside Dzaleka Camp and detained them at Maula Prison. This action took place against the backdrop of the 1989 Refugee Act, which mandates that all refugees in Malawi must remain […]
Confronting Refugee Injustice
Since January 2024, Inua Advocacy has managed 65 cases in various areas, including defilement, missing persons, corruption, assault, and other matters. We are currently addressing multiple cases involving human traffickers operating within the Dzaleka Refugee Camp. These traffickers have inflicted severe injuries and injustices on fellow refugees, yet they are often not held accountable for […]
The impact of denied access to CTDs
The challenges faced by young refugees in Malawi, including the limited opportunities for them to build promising careers, reflect a universal struggle faced by displaced people around the world. In Malawi, however, the story takes a particularly tragic turn. Despite occasional opportunities for education abroad, many are prevented from taking advantage of them because they […]
A Glimpse into life at Dzaleka Refugee Camp
Life at Dzaleka Refugee Camp, Malawi, remains challenging for most residents despite the unwavering support from various humanitarian organizations. While moments of triumph exist, the daily struggle for basic necessities paints a harsh reality for many. This article delves into some of the challenges faced by refugees, the glimmers of hope that exist, and how […]
Encampment policy effects manifest
For the past eight months since the forced relocation to Dzaleka Camp in May 2023, most refugees and asylum seekers have been returning to the towns and cities, underscoring the challenges of confinement. Over this period, people like Bahati Pascal, a Congolese refugee with an integrated family now living in the camp, have endured a […]