African Initiatives for Relief & Development

AIRD is a humanitarian organisation that builds the resilience of displaced people and their host communities through sustainable development.

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Our 2025 Annual Impact Report is officially out.

The report highlights our continued commitment to delivering humanitarian support, strengthening resilience, and empowering refugee and host communities across Africa through logistics, infrastructure, WASH, livelihoods and vocational skilling initiatives.

Explore the full report here: https://t.co/SxBhFh8G5A

#AIRD #AnnualImpactReport2025 #EmpoweringCommunities #GrowingTogether #AIRDImpact

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Resilient communities thriving beyond crisis.

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A moment of connection in Geneva, Switzerland!

Fikru Abebe, CEO of AIRD, shares a photo moment with Mr. Barham Salih, United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR), during the 77th session of the Executive Committee of the High Commissioner’s Programme at the Palais des Nations.

United in our commitment to supporting displaced communities and building a future of dignity, resilience and hope.

#AIRD #UNHCR #Refugees #HumanitarianAction #Geneva

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How can NGOs build lasting impact?

AIRD Tanzania joined the 2026 Kigoma NGO Forum to explore innovative approaches to organizational sustainability, stronger partnerships, and lasting community impact.

Together, let’s build more resilient organizations and communities.

#AIRD #AIRDTanzania #Kigoma #NGOForum2026

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AIRD Tanzania joined UNHCR and implementing partners for a three-day financial management meeting in Kasulu, Tanzania, from 5–7 October 2026.

The engagement reinforced accountability, transparency, and the responsible use of resources in humanitarian operations.
#AIRD #UNHCR #Accountability

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After 10 years in exile, Aline Ndayihimbaze and her two children are back in Burundi, carrying hope for a new beginning.

With support from #UNHCR, AIRD and both governments, their journey home marks a step towards family reunification and rebuilding their dream of a modern agricultural farm.

#VoluntaryRepatriation #RefugeeReturn

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A new shelter, a safe space, and a renewed sense of hope.

One of the recipients of shelters constructed by AIRD in partnership with UNHCR celebrates the joy of having a dignified place to call home.

#AIRD #UNHCR #RefugeeResponse #BuildingResilientCommunities

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1,032 Congolese refugees have voluntarily returned to the Democratic Republic of the Congo from Busuma, marking another significant movement under the ongoing voluntary repatriation programme led by UNHCR in partnership with AIRD.
AIRD teams coordinated the vehicle fleet, luggage loading, transport compliance and secure convoying to the border, supporting a safe and orderly return.
#AIRD #UNHCR #VoluntaryRepatriation #DRC #RefugeeReturn

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#Keepsmiling

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Welcoming citizens home
At the Gatumba border post and Gihanga Transit Centre, returnees received information and essential support from the Government of Burundi, UNHCR, and AIRD as they began their journey toward reintegration.

AIRD field teams supported reception, accommodation, catering, medical care, and return-package distribution, helping ensure a dignified return home.

#AIRD #UNHCR #Burundi #Repatriation #DignifiedReturn

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Supporting safe and dignified returns. At Kandjandji, in the DRC, AIRD casual labourers are on the ground unloading luggage as part of the logistics support for the voluntary repatriation of Angolan refugees.

#AIRD #HumanitarianLogistics #RefugeeRepatriation

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A moment of joy in Goma, North Kivu, as a woman receives the keys to her new shelter, constructed by AIRD with support from UNHCR.

Safe, dignified shelter gives displaced families more than a roof; it creates a foundation for hope, dignity, and resilience.
#AIRD #UNHCR #Goma #NorthKivu #ResilientCommunities

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On 17 September, UN High Commissioner for Refugees Dr. Barham Salih visited Kaya, Burkina Faso, where he saw the Kaya Connectivity Center, built by AIRD with UNHCR support.

The Center is connecting displaced and host communities to digital technology, training, and opportunities, turning sustainable humanitarian investment into lasting impact.

#AIRD #UNHCR #BurkinaFaso #Kaya #DigitalInclusion #Resilience

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One of us managed to secure a good position! All in the spirit of serving refugees and building resilient communities where everyone can thrive.

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AIRD joined refugees, partners & host communities to #RunForAResilientCause, building stronger, more inclusive communities where refugees and host populations can thrive together. #UrbanRefugeeMarathon #ResilientCommunities