Global Focus

Eastern DRC Situation: Preparedness and response to displacement in Eastern DRC and neighbouring countries

The recent escalation of conflict in North and South Kivu has displaced over half a million people by the end of January 2025, with many fleeing from Goma and its surrounding areas. UNHCR is seeking $40.4 million to strengthen preparedness and deliver life-saving protection and assistance to 275,000 internally displaced persons in South Kivu, North Kivu, Maniema, and Tanganyika provinces of the Democratic Republic of the Congo, as well as to support a potential influx of 258,000 refugees, asylum-seekers, and returnees in neighbouring countries, including Burundi, Rwanda, Tanzania, Uganda, and Zambia.

Current budget: $10.604 billion

Estimated funds available: 13%

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Global Appeal 2025

The lives of millions have been torn apart by trauma, conflict, persecution, insecurity or human rights violations, and over 139.3 million people are expected to be forcibly displaced or stateless by the end of 2025.

From 14 displacement situations to detailed plans for 50+ country operations, the urgent call for investment is louder than ever, with budgeted needs of $10.248 billion for 2025.

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