Mozambique faces a severe humanitarian crisis, with 3.3 million people projected to experience acute food insecurity from November to February. Recent Tropical Cyclone Chido has intensified the situation, resulting in numerous fatalities and leaving 329,500 individuals in need of assistance. The ongoing violence in Cabo Delgado Province has led to 717,000 internally displaced persons, raising serious protection concerns and complicating humanitarian access.
The humanitarian crisis in Mozambique is reaching alarming levels, with 3.3 million individuals projected to experience acute food insecurity from November to February, as indicated by the Integrated Food Security Phase Classification (IPC) report from August 2024. Approximately 2.3 million people are in need of urgent humanitarian support, as reported by the United Nations in January 2024.
The ongoing violence and instability, particularly in Cabo Delgado Province, have resulted in significant internal displacement, with the International Organization for Migration (IOM) recording 717,000 internally displaced persons (IDPs) as of June 2024. The recent Tropical Cyclone Chido, which struck northern Mozambique on December 15, has further intensified the humanitarian needs, leading to at least 73 fatalities and affecting around 329,500 individuals who now require assistance.
This compound crisis has also diminished humanitarian accessibility due to escalated violence from non-state armed groups (NSAG), particularly noted between October and November. Approximately 10 percent of the nation’s populace is expected to encounter Crisis-level food insecurity, as households have begun depleting food reserves earlier than usual due to below-average harvest outcomes, as highlighted by the Famine Early Warning Systems Network (FEWS NET).
Mozambique is grappling with severe humanitarian challenges exacerbated by a combination of natural disasters, including tropical cyclones, escalating violence, and ongoing conflicts. The complexities of this situation are further intensified by the ongoing food insecurity suffered by millions, as a result of compounded emergencies affecting basic living conditions and access to essential resources. The statistics reflect a dire need for humanitarian assistance amidst rising internal displacement and conflict-driven instability.
The situation in Mozambique is critical, with millions grappling with acute food insecurity, widespread displacement, and the aftermath of a devastating cyclone. Urgent international assistance is required to address the humanitarian needs of the population, particularly in conflict-affected areas like Cabo Delgado Province. Without timely intervention, the ongoing crises could lead to further deterioration of living conditions and increase the risk of prolonged suffering among vulnerable populations.
Original Source: reliefweb.int
