The Tarikom Refugee Settlement Center is a vital humanitarian facility located in the Bawku West District of Ghana’s Upper East Region. Established by the Government of Ghana in collaboration with the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR), the center provides a safe haven for thousands of asylum seekers fleeing political instability and violent extremism in neighboring Burkina Faso.
Key Infrastructure & SupportDesigned to transition emergency arrivals into a structured environment, the camp ensures access to essential human rights, security, and dignity:
Shelter & Sanitation: Ongoing installation of emergency shelters, clean water access points, and localized waste management systems.
Healthcare & Welfare: Medical screening facilities and targeted support packages, including dignity kits for women and girls provided by partners like the UNFPA and other partners.
Community Integration: Positioned to foster peaceful co-existence, infrastructure projects are tailored to support both the refugee population and the local host communities.
Our Ongoing Mission
As the situation in the Sahel region continues to evolve, the Ghana Refugee Board and humanitarian partners remain active on the ground. Management is currently focusing on expanding educational access for displaced children, reinforcing camp security, and securing long-term food supply chains.
The Tenni Woron Refugee Settlement, formerly known as the Zini Refugee Camp is located in the Sissala West District of Ghana’s Upper West Region. The settlement serves as a vital sanctuary for thousands of asylum seekers fleeing violent extremist attacks and conflict in neighboring Burkina Faso and the wider Sahel region.
In a powerful move toward social integration, the Buwa Traditional Council officially renamed the site "Tenni Woron" (meaning "It will end well"). This change shifts the focus from temporary displacement to long-term dignity, resilience, and hope.
🤝 Community Integration & Self-RelianceUnlike traditional isolated camps, Tenni Woron emphasizes social cohesion. Local traditional authorities and landowners have generously provided agricultural land to the displaced populations. This allows families to farm, generate income, and actively contribute to the local economy.
💧 Water, Sanitation, and Health (WASH)In partnership with international relief agencies, the settlement is continuously upgrading its infrastructure. Key installations include:
• Solar-powered boreholes for clean drinking water.
• Modernized institutional latrines to prevent disease.
• Regular distribution of hygiene and dignity kits for women and girls.