No Refuge

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Africa's refugee and IDP camps raise significant concerns for the international community, as millions face prolonged displacement in dire conditions. Lacking durable solutions, refugees and IDPs often become vulnerable to militarization, which threatens the foundations of asylum and protection. This edited volume offers critical insights into the phenomenon of refugee militarization, making it an essential resource for governments, UNHCR officers, UN agencies, and NGOs focused on enhancing the safety and rights of displaced individuals. Experts analyze the causes and consequences of refugee militarization in Africa, providing valuable perspectives for practitioners, policymakers, and academics seeking effective remedies for this escalating humanitarian and security issue. The militarization of refugees and internally displaced persons is a tragic aspect of protracted displacement, particularly in Africa, jeopardizing access to asylum and the core tenets of refugee law. Despite ongoing policy discussions about disarming refugees and preventing destabilization in neighboring states, there is a lack of evidence on why displaced individuals arm themselves and the impact on host communities. This volume examines the experiences of refugee and IDP militarization in several African nations emerging from civil conflict, including Guinea, Rwanda, Uganda, and Tanzania, offering a comprehensive overview of the historical, political, a