Uganda decries lack of funds to host refugees

Congolese

Congolese headed for a refugee settlement in Sebagoro, Uganda, in 2018. PHOTO | AFP

Uganda is considering turning away refugees from its borders, saying the international community has cut funding.

Refugees and Disaster Preparedness Minister Hillary Onek told The EastAfrican that without more funding, the country could no longer afford to cater for the growing number of refugees.