Highlights
Situation Update
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Efforts to monitor internal displacements in Burundi continue, as IOM extended the coverage of the DTM to Rutana Province.
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A humanitarian hotline (+257 22 27 40 10) was launched in October to increase two-way communication with affected communities.
Flood Response
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On November 5, IOM, the Burundian Red Cross and the Ministry of Social Affairs conducted an initial CCCM assessment in the Rumonge Province, affected by landslides.
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On November 13, IOM supported the Red Cross in setting up an IDP site for 161 households affected by the landslides.
Forgotten Crisis
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On September 29, 150 protection committee members were trained on psycho-social counseling and support in Rutana and Makamba Provinces.
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On November 17, IOM organized a socio-cultural event in Makamba Province to promote social cohesion, reconciliation and peace building.