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Group Photo Center in white is the Hon Speaker of the Gambia Parliament. On the left is the deputy speaker for the republic of Ghana
Does Policy Culture in Africa Strategically Politicize Evidence?

Accra, Ghana hosted the Evidence to Action Conference(E2A) 2026 together with the International Centre for Evaluation and Development (ICED,) the Institute of Statistical, Social and Economic Research (ISSER), Partnership for African Social and Governance Research (PASGR) and partners

Irene Shiundu - ReBUiLD Public Engagement and Advocacy Coordinator

Irene Shiundu
Moses Okot - ReBUiLD Advocacy Manager, Uganda

Moses Okot
Restoring Livelihoods in Fragile Contexts: Experiences from the Re:BUiLD Model. Showcased at the 2026 World Bank Fragility Forum
Restoring Livelihoods in Fragile Contexts: Experiences from the Re:BUiLD Model. Showcased at the 2026 World Bank Fragility Forum

At the 2026 World Bank Fragility Forum, Re:BUiLD showcased its evidence-based model for restoring livelihoods and strengthening markets in fragile contexts.

Belinda Muya - Re:BUiLD Deputy Project Director

Belinda Muya
Re:BUiLD Rebirth Launched to Scale What Works
Re:BUiLD Rebirth Launched to Scale What Works

The €5 million extension, funded by the IKEA Foundation, will run for 15 months starting April 2026 and aims to reach approximately 3,000 refugees and nationals across the three cities.

Moses Odokonyero - Senior Program Manager, ReBUiLD, Uganda

Moses Odokonyero
Nairobi City County unpacking the NCRIS and milestones during a panel session on City leadership for refugee socio-economic inclusion at the Global Cities Hub, Geneva.
Cities Driving Refugee Inclusion: Reflections from GRF Review Meeting 2025

In December 2025, the Re:BUiLD Team had the opportunity of attending the Global Refugee Forum (GRF) Progress Review in Geneva alongside representatives from NCCG and KCCA.

Irene Shiundu - ReBUiLD Public Engagement and Advocacy Coordinator

Irene Shiundu
Susan kimani, NCCG

Susan Kimani (NCCG)
Godwin Gumisiriza, KCCA

Godwin Gumisiriza (KCCA)
Abigail Mangaza, packaging liquid soap at her premises in Kampala. Accessing loans at UGAFODE has helped her start the business
New Evidence Proves Urban Refugees Are Bankable

As donor funding for refugee support continues to decline, new evidence from the IRC's Re:BUiLD program presents a compelling alternative

Nathan Tibaku - ReBUiLD Communications Officer, IRC Uganda

Nathan Tibaku
IRC and partners launch Wave 1 RCT results for the Re:BUiLD program, advancing support for urban refugees and host community entrepreneurs in Kampala
Re:BUiLD RCTs in Uganda and Kenya Reveal What Works for Refugee Entrepreneurs

Get to see the powerful insights into what actually drives business growth and economic resilience among refugee and host community entrepreneurs in East Africa. 

Edna Kyokunzire, Communications Manager – Re:BUiLD, Uganda

Edna Kyokunzire
IRC Staff confirming client documents for Re:BUiLD's Wave 2 RCT Registration
Lessons in Ethical Participant Recruitment for the Re:BUiLD Wave 2 RCT

In the bustling neighborhoods of Kampala and Nairobi, thousands lined up - hopeful, determined, and ready to change their lives. What brought them there?  

Judy Mbuvi, Research Monitor – Re:BUiLD

Judy Mbuvi
Leveraging Evidence for Livelihoods – Insights from Re:BUiLD
Leveraging Evidence for Livelihoods – Insights from Re:BUiLD

This blog synthesizes key insights from the DLI webinar, outlining how the IRC and the Re:BUiLD program are applying evidence to refine programming and policy. 

Davis Musiime - Re:BUiLD Research Coordinator

David Martin Musiime
Billy Ochieng Re:BUiLD research staff participate in a safeguarding training
Working with Refugees: What an Enriching Experience

When I joined the IRCs Re:BUiLD program, I expected it to be a job, like any other. Instead, the journey became deeply personal and transformative.

Billy Ochieng Odera, Research Monitor - Re:BUiLD Kenya

Billy Ochieng Odera