Refugee population in East and Horn of Africa and Great Lakes Region

The East and Horn of Africa and the Great Lakes Region hosts over 5 million refugees as of mid-2025.

The largest refugee populations come from South Sudan, Somalia, Sudan, and the Democratic Republic of Congo.

Kenya, Uganda, Ethiopia, and Sudan are the main host countries.

Conflict, political instability, and climate-related disasters continue to drive displacement.

Many refugees live in camps with limited access to education, healthcare, and livelihood opportunities.

UNHCR continues to call for increased support for host countries and durable solutions for displaced populations.