Uganda stops granting refugee status for Eritreans, Somalis and Ethiopians
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- The Ugandan government has ceased granting asylum and refugee status to individuals from Eritrea, Somalia, and Ethiopia, attributing this significant policy change to severe funding shortfalls. Minister for Refugees Hillary Onek stated that the new policy will apply to new arrivals from countries deemed 'not experiencing war.'
- This development marks a notable shift for Uganda, which has historically been viewed as a progressive nation regarding refugee policies. The decision reflects the government's response to financial constraints impacting its ability to support refugees.
- The move aligns Uganda with a growing trend among poorer nations that are increasingly restricting access to asylum, highlighting a broader global issue where even countries once seen as havens for refugees are tightening their borders amid economic challenges.
— via World Pulse Now AI Editorial System
