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WFP Burundi Country Brief - March 2026

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  • In February 2026, WFP assisted 822,000 people, delivering 121 mt of food and USD 3.8 million in cash transfers. WFP reached a total of 160,994 refugees, including 82,000 from the newly arrived caseload. Due to funding shortfalls, distributions were limited to reduced rations (75%), covering only half of daily food needs.
    • The pace of refugee repatriation from Tanzania accelerated, with over 24,000 Burundians returning in February, compared to 12,300 in January.
    • WFP delivered school‑feeding to 613,000 children in February, a decrease from 880,000 in January due to funding constraints.
    • WFP requires USD 49.30 million for the period March–August 2026 to expand assistance, pre‑position supplies, and support reintegration efforts.