Uganda is preparing to repatriate hundreds of Sudanese refugees under a voluntary return program, despite hosting over 96,000 displaced individuals from the country. The initiative aims to assist those willing to return home, raising questions about conditions in Sudan and the long-term support available for returnees. While the move could ease pressure on local resources, concerns persist over whether the repatriation process adequately addresses the needs of those leaving. The decision follows broader regional efforts to manage refugee flows amid ongoing instability in Sudan.
The UN says Uganda hosts more than 96,000 Sudanese refugees, but a programme intends to fly at least 1,300 people home.
