MAPUTO, MOZAMBIQUE — As of July 12, 2026, Non-State Armed Groups (NSAGs) in Muidumbe and Mocimboa da Praia districts of Mozambique have forced 866 individuals, representing 166 households, to seek refuge within host communities in the Mocimboa da Praia District, according to data compiled by the International Organization for Migration (IOM).
The IOM’s Displacement Tracking Matrix (DTM) noted the displacement is primarily driven by attacks in Aldeia Antadora, with 452 individuals (73 households) seeking shelter in Nango locality.
An additional 296 individuals (69 households) were displaced from Aldeia Criação in Chitunda locality following confirmed attacks. Moreover, 118 individuals (24 households) originating from Aldeia Antadora took refuge in Aldeia Chinda in the Diaca administrative post, with the duration of displacement remaining uncertain.
The displacement adds to Mozambique’s already challenging humanitarian landscape, which includes the recent impacts of severe flooding in southern and central regions of the country.
The Mozambique Humanitarian Needs and Response Plan (HNRP) for 2026 indicates the urgent requirement of US$348 million to meet the needs in conflict-affected districts in the three northern provinces.
As Mozambique deals with complex humanitarian crises overlapping conflict, climate shocks, and structural socio — economic challenges, the need for international support is more pronounced than ever.
The Johanniter, alongside its consortium partners, is launching an integrated response in Cabo Delgado province, co — financed by the European Union’s Humanitarian Aid, aiming to address the multifaceted challenges faced by displaced populations.
*Additional reporting by ImNews | Sources consulted: 5*
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Source: reliefweb
Source: International Organization for Migration
