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22/10/2024
Syria
By 20 October 2024, intensified Israeli bombardments since 23 September had led approximately 425,000 individuals to flee to Syria from Lebanon, primarily via the Jdaidet Yabous border point on the road connecting Beirut and Damascus. The majority were women and children. An estimated 70% of the arrivals were Syrian, while 30% were Lebanese. Most of the displaced have settled in local reception centres or with host communities in Damascus, Homs, Rural Damascus, and Tartous governorates. Their immediate needs include free transportation from the border to the governorates, mobile clinics in areas of arrival, and essential supplies, such as food, water, and hygiene kits. In the coming months, the distribution of winter items and the provision of livelihood support will be crucial to help these refugees and returnees meet their basic needs. (UNHCR 20/10/2024, UNHCR 21/10/2024, Bahar 21/10/2024)
22/10/2024
Nigeria
In North West Nigeria, particularly in Kaduna, Katsina, and Zamfara states, banditry has severely disrupted healthcare and education services. Health workers face abductions, the looting of medical supplies, and the destruction or seizure of healthcare facilities. Insecurity has also led to the closure of numerous health centres, especially in local government areas such as Maru, Shinkafi, and Zurmi, requiring residents to travel long distances to state capitals or neighbouring states for medical care. Bandits have taken over over 168 schools in Zamfara, and their attacks have displaced nearly 700,000 people and disrupted agricultural activities, leading to worsening food insecurity. As a result, 13.5 million people face acute food shortages, with 460,000 experiencing Emergency (IPC Phase 4) food insecurity levels. (ACSS 21/10/2024, HumAngle 03/02/2024)
22/10/2024
Burkina Faso
Conflict between non-state armed groups and Burkinabe defence and security forces in Djibo city, northern Burkina Faso, has led to a blockade by the former since February 2022. This blockade has significantly affected humanitarian organisations and the lives of residents, resulting in displacements, deaths, injuries, and access constraints. The blockade has also cut off access to essential supplies and services and restricted people’s movement. On 21 October 2024, Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) announced a temporary suspension of its activities in Djibo as a result of the recurrent incidents targeting health centres, water distribution points, and their facilities and staff. This suspension will worsen the already dire situation, as MSF was providing critical healthcare services in the region. (MSF 21/10/2024, HRW 15/06/2023, MSF 05/05/2023)
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