One Camp - 200,000 People: Refugees in Kakuma
A refugee camp the size of a city? In Kakuma, Kenya, this isn’t just an idea but the actual situation for over 200,000 people who have found safety within its limits. More than a brief place of shelter, this camp has grown into a bustling, city-like area where every path and corner reveals a tale of endurance and perseverance. In this place, ‘temporary’ often extends for years, and for numerous inhabitants, the camp has become the only home they know.
Kakuma: A Melting Pot in the Desert
Kakuma Refugee Camp, established in 1992 in Kenya, was initially designed to shelter children fleeing conflict in Sudan. Over the years, it has expanded to host over 200,000 individuals from various countries, including South Sudan, Somalia, Ethiopia, and the Congo. These people have sought refuge in Kakuma to escape violence and instability in their homelands.
The camp covers a vast area and is organized into four main sections, each broken down into smaller zones to manage the large population. Despite ongoing efforts to improve living conditions, residents face significant challenges. Many live in temporary shelters and depend on humanitarian aid for their basic needs.
