Internal displacement

This information was collected following attacks in the municipality of Ganthier since 21 July 2024, in the 5th communal section of Pays Pourri. A total of 3,830 people (985 households) were displaced following these attacks. All of them took refuge with relatives, in host families, particularly in the 3rd communal section of Fonds Parisien located in the same municipality. At the time of writing this report, these attacks were still ongoing. Updates will be published by DTM according to observations of new displacement. It should be noted that the municipality of Ganthier has suffered several attacks since the end of 2023, whereas in the past it had almost never suffered any (see ETT 32.1 and ETT 40 for more details on recent attacks that caused significant population displacement).

Overview:
This report provides an overview of the total population of internally displaced persons (IDPs) in Sudan, including those displaced both before and after the onset of conflict on 15 April 2023.  

Key Findings:

• An estimated total of 10,703,327 IDPs were displaced to 8,712 locations, in 183 localities, across all 18 states in Sudan.
• An estimated 7,903,880 individuals were displaced internally within Sudan since 15 April 2023. 
• An estimated 27 per cent of IDPs who were initially displaced prior to the onset of current conflict experienced secondary displacement since 15 April 2023. 
• Approximately 2,274,435 individuals crossed borders into neighbouring countries since 15 April 2023. 
• The top states of origin among IDPs were Khartoum (35%), South Darfur (19%), and North Darfur (14%).  
• The states hosting the most IDPs were South Darfur (17%), North Darfur (14%) and Central Darfur (8%). 
• Over half (52%) of IDPs were reportedly children under the age of 18-years-old. 

Note: The number of IDPs displaced post 15 April 2023 (7,903,880 IDPs) includes the estimated 1,021,325 IDPs who were initially displaced prior to 15 April 2023 and experienced secondary displacement since 15 April 2023. DTM Sudan defines an internally displaced person as any person who has been forced or obliged to flee from their habitual residence due to an event dating from 2003 onwards.

L’évaluation rapide de l’OIM (Emergency Event Tracking, EET) est un outil mis en place dans le but de collecter des informations sur les mouvements importants et soudains des populations. Ces informations sont collectées à la suite de visites terrain et/ou d’entretiens téléphoniques avec les informateurs clés des sites de déplacement ou des communautés d’accueil. Les informations sont ensuite recueillies dans les outils ERM. Ce rapport synthétique présente les résultats des évaluations réalisées du 3 – 6 juillet 2024 à travers des évaluations menées à distance avec les informateurs clé.

En date du 26 juin 2024, les affrontements opposant le groupe armé M23 aux forces armées de la RDC (FARDC) ont occasionné les mouvements aux populations dans plusieurs villages (Kirudu, Miano, Fungura, Kishandja, Katunda, Kiripa, Remeka, Maya, Buuli, Ngoro, Depot, Buongo, Rambo, Nzigati, Kamuobe, Bwisa, Bumba, Nyalaushange, Burora, Kamuobe et Kashukano) dans le territoire de Masisi vers la province voisine du Sud-Kivu (dans le territoire de Kalehe, groupement de Ziralo, chefferie de Buavu dans la zone de santé de Bunyakiri), dans les localités de Batayo, Kusisa, Nyalugusha, Bushugulu, Lulere, Bundje, Kisha, Bulembwe et Kalamo. La majorité de ces personnes déplacées (1 941 ménages, soit 13 587 individus) sont hébergées dans les familles d’accueil ou dans les centres collectifs.

L’évaluation rapide de l’OIM (Emergency Event Tracking, EET) est un outil mis en place dans le but de collecter des informations sur les mouvements importants et soudains des populations. Ces informations sont collectées à la suite de visites terrain et/ou d’entretiens téléphoniques avec les informateurs clés des sites de déplacement ou des communautés d’accueil. Les informations sont ensuite recueillies dans les outils ERM. Ce rapport synthétique présente les résultats des évaluations réalisées du 27 – 30 juin 2024 à travers des évaluations menées sur terrain avec les informateurs clé.

Les incendies ont forcé 476 ménages, soit 2 324 individus, à déplacer (pendant la période 09 – 25 juin 2024) vers la commune de Kadutu au quartier de Nyamugo (l’avenue de Lwama), au quartier de Nyakaliba (dans les avenues Mulonge et Kaduru), au quartier de Nkafu (dans les avenues Hopital Général A et Michombero) et au quartier de Panzi (dans les avenues Commerciale et Télévision). À cause de ces incendies à répétition, la population déplacée sont hébergées dans les familles d’accueil, mais elle manque des articles ménagers essentiels et les familles d’accueil éprouvent des difficultés de capacités d’hébergement des déplacés.

On 10 July 2024, armed bandits attacked the communities of Ruwan Godiya and Kwakware Na Babba in Ruwan Godiya ward of Faskari Local Governement Area (LGA) in Katsina State. There were reports of eight injuries and one fatality. The attacks displaced 254 individuals in 34 households from Ruwan Godiya community to Tudun Wada community in Sabon Gari ward of Funtua LGA and 423 indidvuals in 65 households from Kwakware Na Babba community to Sheme community in Sheme ward. The affected individuals included 436 children, 140 women and 101 men. 
On 14 July 2024, farmer-herder clash occurred in the community Egwuma in Ogwujle Ogbaulu ward of Agatu LGA in Benue State. There were reports of 10 injuries and 12 fatalities. The clash affected 980 individuals in 120 households, the affected individuals included 420 children, 300 women and 260 men.
Of all the needs identified, food and security were the most prevalent. Other needs included transport, shelter, non-food items (NFI) and health.

Between 08 and 14 July 2024, a total of 1,754 new arrivals were recorded at locations in Adamawa and Borno states. The new arrivals were recorded at locations in Askira/Uba, Bama, Dikwa, Gubio, Gwoza, Kaga, Kala Balge, Mobbar and Ngala Local Government Areas (LGAs) of the most conflict-affected Borno State, and in Demsa, Fufore, Gombi, Hong, Lamurde, Madagali, Michika, Mubi North, Mubi South, Song, Yola North and Yola South LGAs of Adamawa State.
ETT assessments identified the following movement triggers: improved security (512 individuals or 29%), poor living conditions (422 individuals or 24%), military operation (294 individuals or 17%), seasonal farming (252 individuals or 14%), attack (116 individuals or 7%), family re-unification (102 individuals or 6%) and fear of attack (56 individuals or 3%).

The Conditions of Return Assessment (CoRA) provides granular and actionable data on the conditions of returns in Ukraine, using a multisectoral location-level assessment (MSLA) methodology conducted with local authority key informants in areas of return across Ukraine. CoRA presents an analysis of the situation and needs of returnees in Ukraine, exploring the circumstances under which returns are taking place, and settlement-level conditions for all population groups, aiming to support evidence-based interventions that address the specific needs of returnees. Data collection for Round 8 took place between 15 April and 31 May 2024 across 858 locations in 284 hromadas in 23 oblasts in Ukraine.  

KEY FINDINGS

1. HOUSING AND LAND CHALLENGES
Many bomas face issues related to housing, land demarcation, and property ownership, with some areas lacking demarcated settlement areas and others experiencing disputes over land boundaries, ownership and illegal occupancy.

2. EDUCATION ACCESS AND QUALITY
Challenges in the education sector include insufficient school facilities, staffing shortages, and high school fees, leading to dropout rates and limited access to quality education, particularly in government schools.

3. WATER, SANITATION, AND HYGIENE (WASH)
Insufficient water points, sanitation facilities, and hygiene resources contribute to health risks and discomfort within communities. Repairing and expanding water infrastructure and promoting sanitation practices are crucial for improving public health outcomes.

4. LIVELIHOOD OPPORTUNITIES
Limited livelihood opportunities exacerbate poverty and economic insecurity, highlighting the need for vocational training, business support, and agricultural assistance to empower community members and improve their economic prospects.

5. HEALTHCARE SERVICEGAPS
Healthcare services are inadequate, with shortages of medical supplies, personnel, and operational hours reported. Improving access to healthcare, especially during emergencies and at night, is essential to address community health needs effectively.

6. COMMUNITY INFRASTRUCTURE NEEDS
Inadequate community infrastructure, such as community centers and sports facilities, hinders social cohesion and recreational opportunities. Investing in the construction and maintenance of these facilities can enhance community well-being and promote social integration.