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Situation Overview
The humanitarian situation in Tigray remains critical, with 760,406 IDPs still living in precarious conditions across various settlement options. While the overall number of displaced persons has not significantly increased, living conditions continue to deteriorate due to dwindling resources and overcrowding. Many IDPs who previously lived in rental homes within host communities are now being forced into already overcrowded collective centers as they can no longer afford rent.
According to DTM SA R37, the Northwestern Zone alone hosts 309,906 IDPs (40% of the total displacement in Tigray), while the Central Zone hosts 196,229 IDPs (25.7%). These two zones together account for nearly 506,000 displaced individuals, yet shelter capacity remains critically low.
The strain on collective centers, particularly schools, remains a critical concern. EHF multisectoral funding, complemented by IOM shelter item donations, has enabled the relocation of IDPs from 21 schools. However, 92 schools across the region continue to house displaced families, with 67% located in the Northwest and Central Zones.
In addition to poor living conditions, the continued use of schools as shelters is severely disrupting education, leaving thousands of children unable to attend classes and further exacerbating the crisis. This situation is also straining relationships between the host community and IDPs, as local residents face disruptions to essential services, particularly education.