2025 Impact Report
Our inaugural year of refugee-led tourism at Dzaleka Refugee Camp. 2025 saw visitors from across the globe—photojournalists documenting refugee life, families seeking cultural education, NGO representatives exploring partnerships, and artists connecting with local creatives. Together, they contributed to sustainable livelihoods for our refugee guides and artisans.
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Visitor Origins
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Tour Stories
Photojournalists Fact-Finding Tour
A team of photojournalists arrived for a fact-finding mission, meeting at the UNHCR Office at 10:00 AM. They documented educational programs and community projects throughout the camp.
Family Cultural Immersion
A family of 6 (2 adults and 4 children ages 9-17) explored 8 zones across the camp, experiencing local markets, educational facilities, and learning about the history of Dzaleka.
NGO Partnership Exploration
An NGO representative working on climate-smart agriculture and education visited Likuni and Zomba zones to explore potential community partnerships.
Diaspora Cultural Connection
A family from the US, including a daughter originally from Bukavu, DRC, visited to experience community life and cultural heritage, giving the children a broader understanding of refugee resilience.
Artist Research Visit
A London-based painter visited Art for Hope in Kawale to meet visual artists and research how creative industries can support refugee artisans remotely.
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