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KEY FINDINGS
• The MEB1 for Dadaab camp was found to be 19,148 KES (a 4% increase when compared to Q4 2023). This rise is likely due to transport disruptions in Garissa County, where Dadaab camp is located. The main route to Garissa faced frequent closures in the first quarter, disrupting supply chain distribution and potentially raising commodity prices.7 Additionally, vendors had to depend on single suppliers, leading to increased prices and a higher risk of shortages if those suppliers faced commodity shortages.
• The MEB1 for Kakuma Refugee camp was found to be 16,595 KES. Compared to the last quarter, the MEB decreased by 11%. The decrease in prices in Kakuma can be attributed to the positive impact of the short rains 2023, which led in improving agricultural productivity, increasing the supply of locally produced foods and subsequently reducing prices.
• The market situation in Dadaab and Kakuma camps is varied. While there is a general trend of limited functionality, eight markets are struggling to function effectively, but there are signs of resilience and progress. The Dagahaley market’s upgrade to full functionality in Dadaab is a positive development, hinting at recovery despite recent floods. Meanwhile, Ifo and Hagadera markets continue to perform steadily. This assessment underscores the dynamic nature of market functionality in these areas.