Zambia/Angola: 40,000 refugees returning from Zambia to Angola

A major resettlement operation of Angolan refugees in Zambia has started. By October this year, 40,000 refugees are to be repatriated in Angola only from Zambia. Another 50,000 Angolans residing in the region may also be returned this year. Returnees are to be brought to a reception centre at Cazombo, where they will stay for several days to attend sessions on mine and HIV/AIDS awareness and get medical assistance if required, the UN says.