Uganda's refugee model gives rights, but refugees still can't move to find work

Uganda gives refugees the right to work and move freely, unlike most countries. But a new report finds that most refugees still stay in aid-dependent settlements. This means the promise of self-reliance is not working in practice.

Uganda's refugee policy is seen as a global model because it grants refugees more rights than almost anywhere else. But this report shows that giving rights is not enough to help people become self-sufficient. It turns out, other factors like aid distribution and lack of information keep refugees from moving to places with jobs.