Application of International Refugee Law in Africa

The study main findings are that Namibia has to a large extent honored its obligations towards the protection of refugees on issues related to reception process and social-economic rights. It has allowed access to its territory by persons compelled to flee has developed a fair system of refugee recognition and availed needed documents. Further it has safeguarded economic and social rights of refugees especially in provision of education and health services. However this has not been without omissions. It has pursued an encampment policy which has limited refugees’ ability to enjoy a host of rights such as ability to move freely and access gainful economic activities. Finally it has curtailed refugees’ right to association life especially if such associations are aimed at criticizing the government or demanding better treatment.