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UNICEF Mozambique Flash Update No. 01 (Chiure Fighting/Nampula displacement) for 07-23 February 2024

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Highlights

  • Escalation of attacks in February by non-state armed groups led to increased displacements in Macomia, Chiure and Mecufi Districts of Cabo Delgado.
  • Between 19-21 February, attacks in Chuire District led to an outflow of people into neighboring Erati District, Nampula Province.
  • In Chiure District, Mazeze Health Facility, staff housing, and a warehouse of medical supplies were burned on 12 February.
  • Both Chiure and Erati Districts have active cholera outbreaks; overcrowding and poor sanitation conditions in displacement sites could lead to a spread of cases
  • Preliminary assessments indicate the need of shelter, water and basic sanitation and supplies such as hygiene kits, mosquito nets, basic household supplies
  • Due to the fluidity of the situation, movement restrictions are sporadically put in place by agencies for staff safety. Principle areas of concern are in Macomia and Chiure Districts
  • Additional access constraints have been caused by rain and flooding; six areas in Cabo Delgado have been impassable;
  • Several UNICEF implementing partners have had to suspend operations due to safety concerns.