The government has set aside Sh1 billion for the repatriation of refugees from the Dadaab camp ahead of its closure. “The camp has become a hosting ground for al Shabaab and a centre for smuggling contraband, besides illicit weapons proliferation." But Nkaissery said: “It is important to note that Somalia is now safe, ready and willing to receive her citizens." Interior CS Joseph Nkaissery said the refugees at the camp, being closed for security and economic reasons, will have to go home by end of this year. Several local and international human rights organisations have asked Kenya not to carry out the repatriation to protect the rights of refugees.

Source: The Star May 11, 2016 08:19 UTC