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In Numbers
USD 1 million in vouchers to beneficiaries in May 2025
USD3.5 million six-month net funding requirements (June 2025 - November 2025) representing 34 percent of total needs.
104,015 people assisted in May 2025
Operational Updates
In May, WFP assisted 104,015 people, including 50,668 droughtaffected individuals and refugees through crisis response (cashbased transfers and food distributions), 13,082 people through nutrition improvement interventions, 40,230 individuals through smallholder farmer support and resilience interventions and 35 people who participated in capacity strengthening training.
Crisis response/refugees
Food assistance for refugees: WFP continues to provide cashbased transfers to refugees and asylum seekers at the Mantapala refugee settlement. In May, WFP assisted 9,263 refugees.
Strengthened Livelihoods and Building Self-Reliance (SLABS) of Refugees in Mantapala Community seed bank deposits: Following the commencement of the 2025 harvest season, beneficiaries of the SLABS project have started depositing the seeds in the bank to be planted in the upcoming farming season. As at end of May 2025, 300kgs of maize and 550 kgs of beans had been deposited in the bank. The numbers are expected to rise as SHFs continue to harvest.
Organic Vegetable Production Refresher Training for Lead Farmers: In preparation for the establishment of gardens at the 10 mechanized water points, WFP in collaboration with Africa Action Help International (AAH) conducted refresher trainings in vegetable production for lead farmers. The sessions were attended by 47 participants (23 male and 24 female). The purpose of the training was to promote sustainable and environmentally friendly practices in vegetable production, improve soil health and biodiversity, and increase farm profitability. Key topics covered included land preparation, nursery management, and transplanting. Beneficiaries at the water sites will be supported with drip lines for garden irrigation.
Crisis response/drought
In May, WFP completed last-mile distributions under the drought response in 4 districts (Itezhi Tezhi, Lukulu, Nalolo, and Senanga), reaching a total of 41,405 people through voucher assistance. These distributions helped close remaining gaps among households that were previously missed due to access constraints. WFP's efforts addressed urgent food needs while also supporting local markets and retailers. As planned, the crisis response is now nearing its conclusion, with operations gradually winding down.