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Zambia has been hosting Angolan refugees since 1966, when the Angolan revolution against the Portuguese spread to the east of the country, forcing people to flee to neighboring Zambia for safety. Nearly 60 years later, Zambia continues to host refugees from a long list of countries, predominantly from the Congo, Burundi, and Somalia. In total, there are approximately 105,000 refugees in camps and settlements across Zambia, 65,000 of whom are Congolese and 20,000 are Angolan.
Since these camps were established, various NGOs have been active in creating community development programs for refugees in response to their needs. These organizations work in partnership with the UNHCR and the Zambian government to ensure the dignity, value, and self-improvement capacity of the refugees.
