Event Tracking

Between 20 and 26 May 2024, a total of 1,305 new arrivals were recorded at locations in Adamawa and Borno states. The new arrivals were recorded at locations in Askira/Uba, Bama, Gubio, Gwoza, Kaga, Kala Balge, Monguno and Ngala Local Government Areas (LGAs) of the most conflict-affected Borno State and in Fufore, Gombi, Guyuk, Hong, Lamurde, Madagali, Maiha, Michika, Yola North and Yola South LGAs of Adamawa State.

ETT assessments identified the following movement triggers: military operations (306 individuals or 23%), poor living conditions (275 individuals or 21%), fear of attack (245 individuals or 19%), seasonal farming (243 individuals or 19%) improved security (150 individuals or
11%) and family re-unification (86 individuals or 7%).

Between 13 and 19 May 2024, a total of 870 new arrivals were recorded at locations in Adamawa and Borno states. The new arrivals were recorded at locations in Askira/Uba, Bama, Gubio, Gwoza, Hawul, Jere, and Kaga Local Government Areas (LGAs) of the most conflict-affected Borno State and in Gombi, Hong, Madagali, Michika, Mubi South, Song, Yola North and Yola South LGAs of Adamawa State.

ETT assessments identified the following movement triggers: improved security (276 individuals or 32%), seasonal farming (154 individuals or 18%), military operations (143 individuals or 16%), poor living conditions (126 individuals or 14%), family re-unification (102 individuals or 12%), fear of attack (44 individuals or 5%) and attack (25 individuals or 3%).

Rainfall in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa has impacted 32 districts, resulting in widespread damage and disruption. Reports indicate that approximately 4,608 infrastructure units have sustained damage in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. The highest volume of rainfall was recorded in Upper Dir district, leading to significant damages to houses, landslides, flash flooding, lightning strikes, and road closures. In Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, 86 human casualties have been reported in different districts, along with the loss of about 561 cattle.

IOM Yemen DTM’s Rapid Displacement Tracking (RDT) tool collects data on estimated numbers of households forced to flee on a daily basis from their locations of origin or displacement, allowing for regular reporting of new displacements in terms of estimated numbers, geography, and needs. It also tracks returnees who returned to their location of origin.

From 1 January to 1 June 2024, IOM Yemen DTM tracked 1,465 households (HH) (8,790 Individuals) who experienced displacement at least once.

Between 26 May and 1 June 2024, IOM Yemen DTM tracked 57 households (342 individuals) displaced at least once. The majority of people moved into/within the following governorates and districts:

• Ma’rib (38 HHs) – Ma’rib City (19 HHs), Ma’rib (14 HHs), Harib (5 HHs) districts. Most displacements in the governorate originated from Ta’iz and Al Hodeidah.
• Shabwah (8 HHs) – Bayhan (8 HHs) district. All displacements in the governorate originated from Al Bayda.
• Ta’iz (6 HHs) – Al Makha (3 HHs), Al Misrakh (2 HHs), Jabal Habashi (1 HH) districts. Most displacements in the governorate originated from Ta’iz and Al Hodeidah.

The majority of people moved from the following governorates and districts:

• Ta’iz (12 HHs) – Mawza (3 HHs), As Silw (3 HHs), Maqbanah (1 HH) districts.
• Al Hodeidah (9 HHs) – Ad Durayhimi (2 HHs), Az Zuhrah (1 HH), Jabal Ras (1 HH) districts.
• Al Bayda (8 HHs) – Numan (4 HHs), Nati (4 HHs) districts.

IOM identified 50 additional households displaced in the previous reporting period, which covered 19 - 25 May 2024, in the governorates of Ta’iz (35 HHs), Ma’rib (11 HHs), and Al Hodeidah (4 HHs). These figures have been added to the cumulative displacement total recorded since the beginning of the year.

Between 22 and 26 May 2024, a non-state armed group (NSAG) attacked communities in Ngurbuwa and Gujba wards of the Gujba local government area. The incident displaced 732 households (4,734 individuals) and resulted in three fatalities and 12 injuries. Among the affected were 2,720 children, 1,038 women, and 976 men. The displaced population moved to neighbouring communities within Gujba LGA, including Katarko and Anguwar Gabar communities, and in Damaturu LGA, including Bayan Tike and Kasaisa villages. The attack resulted in the destruction of 867 shelters and the loss of many household possessions.

Of all the needs identified, shelter, water, sanitation, and hygiene (WASH) were the most prevalent. Other needs included food, non-food items (NFIs), health services, and psychosocial support.

Following these events, DTM (Displacement Tracking Matrix) field staff conducted rapid assessments to inform the humanitarian community and government/partners and to enable a targeted response. 

The north-east region of Nigeria grapples with a deeply intricate displacement crisis exacerbated by both human conflict and environmental factors. The non-state armed groups (NSAGs) perpetuate violence, driving large-scale displacement. The escalation of violence in 2014 triggered a multifaceted humanitarian emergency, leading to mass displacement across the area.

During the reporting period, between 1 January and 31 March 2024, IOM Yemen DTM tracked 919 households (HHs) (5,514 individuals)1 who experienced displacement at least once. This compares to 2,495 households (14,970 individuals) in the first quarter 2023 representing a 63 per cent decrease. The decrease in the displacement in the first three months of this year, 2024, compared to the same period last year, 2023, is due to a prevailing calm following the cessation of hostilities between the conflicting parties in Yemen and the continuation of the ceasefire for the third consecutive year. However, the repercussions of the conflict and the economic crisis still cast a shadow over displacement patterns and population movements between different areas from original places of residence to areas of displacement.

The governorates with the highest number of new displacements in the first quarter of 2024 are Ma’rib (374 HHs), Ta’iz (269 HHs), and Al Hodeidah (248 HHs). These governorates are all located in areas that have been heavily affected by armed conflict, insecurity, and the resulting humanitarian crisis.

Safety and security concerns as a result of the conflict were the main reason for displacement, accounting for 67 per cent (618 HHs) of the total, followed by economic reasons related to conflict, accounting for 33 per cent (301 HHs).

Le territoire de Kalehe, dans la partie nord de la province du Sud-Kivu, est confronté à une crise humanitaire aggravée par un conflit armé persistant. La crise actuelle du M23 dans la province du Nord-Kivu a encore compliqué la situation déjà instable, entraînant un déplacement massif de personnes du Nord-Kivu vers Kalehe et la fermeture de la route reliant Minova (Kalehe) au Nord-Kivu et à la capitale provinciale de Goma. La situation à Kalehe se caractérise par une détérioration de l'accès aux moyens de subsistance, tant pour les populations déplacées que pour les populations d'accueil, une aggravation des conditions de vie et des préoccupations croissantes en matière de protection. L'intensification des combats depuis le début du mois de mai 2024 dans le territoire de Masisi au Nord-Kivu (groupements de Mupfunyi Matanda, Mupfunyi-Kibabi, Mupfunyi-Shanga et Ufamandu) a entraîné des déplacements préventifs des populations locales vers le Sud-Kivu, en particulier vers les groupements de Mbinga-Nord, Buzi, Kalima et Ziralo. Les personnes déplacées se sont installées dans la communauté d'accueil ainsi que dans des centres collectifs à travers une région qui a déjà reçu plusieurs vagues de personnes déplacées au cours des derniers mois. Les systèmes d'aide humanitaire et communautaire sont de plus en plus sous pression dans les zones de refuge où l'assistance est très limitée et où les ressources disponibles localement dans le territoire de Kalehe sont insuffisantes. La situation sécuritaire dans la région reste imprévisible, limitant l'accès humanitaire dans la majeure partie du territoire de Kalehe, dans les groupements de Buzi, Ziralo et Alima.

Depuis le début de l'année 2024, le niveau des rivières Moba et Mulobozi, y compris celui du lac Tanganyika, a fortement augmenté dans le territoire de Moba, province du Tanganyika, en raison de la persistance de fortes pluies. Cette situation continue de provoquer de fortes inondations, des glissements de terrain et de l'érosion, ainsi que des dommages importants aux maisons et aux biens dans la ville de Moba-Port et dans les villages situés tout au long de la rive du lac, sur l'axe Mpala-Moliro. Cette situation a provoqué des déplacements massifs de ménages vivant dans plusieurs localités dont celles de Tanganyika, Moba, Kituku, Port, Kinzungi, Kisi, Nkuba, Kitumba, Kansenge, et Kileba, avec une évaluation provisoire des dégâts de 3 360 maisons détruites. Il est fréquemment fait état de dégâts importants aux infrastructures publiques et privées, notamment à deux ports, huit écoles, des églises et des marchés, entre autres. La DTM estime que 4 119 ménages ont trouvé refuge dans des familles d'accueil à la fois dans les zones touchées par les inondations et dans celles qui ne le sont pas. Dans la plupart des cas, les conditions de vie sont très difficiles. Le risque de propagation de maladies transmises par l'eau, comme le choléra, constitue une menace sérieuse pour la santé publique dans la région. D'autres besoins prioritaires - notamment en matière d'abris, d'articles de première nécessité et de nourriture - nécessitant une action urgente et coordonnée se font sentir.