Bettering The Refugee Management Sector: A Dynamic Conversation

Nairobi, Kenya - The Refugee Appeal Board acknowledges its pivotal role in Kenya's refugee management sector. As a part of the broader Refugee Status Determination (RSD) Process, the Board provides essential relief to aggrieved asylum seekers, granting them a second opportunity for their cases to be heard and decided. To further the cause of refugees in Kenya, the Board actively engages in dialogues with the State Department, Ministry, and NGO partners.

Amidst the escalating number of refugees in Kenya, primarily driven by conflicts across Africa and the world, the government is taking a proactive stance in formulating policies and legislation to regulate refugee affairs. The emphasis is on ensuring refugees are not only informed of their rights but that these rights are diligently upheld.

In a recent meeting, the Board convened with Prof. Kithure Kindiki, the Cabinet Secretary of the Ministry of Interior and National Administration, to address refugee-related matters in the country. The focus was on providing fair administrative justice to refugees while safeguarding Kenya's national security. The discussions underscored the adaptability of the law to accommodate both imperatives.

The government firmly asserts its commitment to safeguarding the human rights of refugees, pledging to make this a reality. Kenya continues to stand as a beacon of hope for asylum seekers, advocating for justice and security for all.