2.6 million Mozambicans exposed to protection risks

Over 2.6 million Mozambicans face protection risks amid a humanitarian crisis, with over half of assessed districts identified as critical hotspots. The Global Protection Update highlights Cabo Delgado as the most concerning area due to ongoing armed insurgency and severe risks such as forced displacement and gender-based violence. The report indicates that humanitarian funding cuts are limiting organizations' ability to assist vulnerable populations, despite some reaching over 436,000 individuals with protection services. The situation reflects a broader decline in global protection indicators, emphasizing the need for adequate and flexible funding for local actors.