Maputo, Mozambique — As of March 2026, Mozambique is addressing a complex humanitarian situation, marked by the intensification of conflict in the north, severe flooding in the south and central regions, and a cholera outbreak that has exacerbated the plight of millions.
The UN Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA) reports that conflict-related displacement remains a critical issue, with 661,532 internally displaced persons (IDPs) nationwide, a 9 per cent increase from the previous year. Cabo Delgado, in the north, remains the epicenter, hosting 72 per cent of all IDPs, with children accounting for over half of the displaced population. Flooding, which began in October 2025, has affected over a million people, with successive waves of flooding impacting 724,000 and an additional 175,000 by subsequent events.
The situation is further complicated by the lack of access to services and the threat of waterborne diseases, as over 21,780 people remain in accommodation centers, while many others are sheltering in informal settings. The Mozambican government, in partnership with international organizations, is working to address the crisis through vaccination campaigns, distribution of supplies, and the provision of healthcare services.
However, the scale of the disaster necessitates a coordinated and sustained international response to ensure the safety and well — being of the affected populations.
*Additional reporting by ImNews | Sources consulted: 5*
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This original article was produced by the ImNews editorial team
Source: reliefweb
Source: UN Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs
