Cabo Delgado, Mozambique — The security situation in Mozambique’s Cabo Delgado province has deteriorated significantly, with recent months witnessing a surge in attacks by Non-State Armed Groups (NSAGs). These attacks have targeted civilians, military installations, and mining sites, leading to a humanitarian crisis marked by rising displacement.
In Ancuabe District, NSAGs have conducted looting, burned homes, and committed acts of violence, including sexual violence, resulting in the displacement of 11,000 individuals in Ancuabe and the neighboring Montepuez District.
The clashes between NSAGs and Rwandan/Mozambican forces in Mocímboa da Praia have also caused unconfirmed fatalities, reflecting the instability in the region.
The humanitarian access in Cabo Delgado has been regularly blocked by clashes and the threat of improvised explosive devices, making the situation even more challenging.
The displacement of civilians has become fluid, with many making repeated movements due to ongoing attacks.
The European Commission’s Directorate-General for European Civil Protection and Humanitarian Aid Operations has provided support through the Mozambique Rapid Response Mechanism, which is aiding the newly displaced populations.
The escalating violence underscores the need for a comprehensive approach to address the root causes of the conflict and ensure the safety and well — being of the affected populations.
*Additional reporting by ImNews | Sources consulted: 5*
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This original article was produced by the ImNews editorial team
Source: reliefweb
Source: European Commission's Directorate-General for European Civil Protection and Humanitarian Aid Operations
