In the month of April 20132, the Gu (April – June) rains were heavy in the 1st dekad, but slightly declined in the 2nd and 3rd dekads across Somalia. Significantly above average rainfall has been recorded in some stations in Togdheer, Sool, W. Galbeed, Mudug, Bay, Gedo, Hiran and the Shabelle’s (Map 1 and Table 1). Enhanced rainfall in Somalia and in Ethiopian highlands, in the first dekad of April increased river flows along the two rivers and subsequently led to floods in Middle Shabelle (Jowhar and Wanlaweyn) and Lower Shabelle (Kurtunwarey and Balad). In Jowhar, the river

Somalia’s main rainy season (Gu) began in mid March. While bringing relief to dry conditions, the intense rains have led to flooding, crop damage and displacements. Flash floods were reported in Baidoa and Jowhar and strong rains in the Ethiopian highlands led to increased water levels along the Juba and Shabelle rivers. River embankment openings and breakages have led to localized flooding. The most affected areas include parts of Middle and Lower Shabelle and Bay region.

Contextual Background

Pattern in Population Change

Organized large-scale relocation from the Transit Centre began on 05 August 2011 and completed early September 2011, during which time Hilaweyn Camp has grown rapidly

Areas of Origin

50% are from Gedo, 31% are from Bay, 16% are from Bakol, remaining are from various other locations in Somalia.

Cultural Background

Sunni Muslim

Contextual Background

Pattern in Population Change

Organized large-scale relocation from the Transit Centre began on 24 June 2011 and ended 16 July 2011, during which time the Camp has grown rapidly.

Areas of Origin

53% of residents are from Bay, 30% are from Gedo, 13% are from Bakol, remaining are from various areas in Somalia.

Cultural Background

Sunni Muslim Majority (80%) are May May speakers from Rahanweyn clan, 12% are Mahatiri speakers from Maheren clan and the remaining are from various other Somali clans.

Main Occupations

Heavy, torrential rain fell over many parts of western Ethiopia, South Sudan, southern Somalia, Kenya and Uganda.

1) Poorly distributed and significantly below average seasonal rainfall has resulted in deteriorating ground conditions since January. This has negatively impacted crops and livestock throughout many parts of southern Angola and northern Namibia.