Mozambique. More than 7,000 people fled new attacks in a month

In Mozambique's Cabo Delgado province, over 7,000 people have fled their homes in the past month due to escalating violence from extremist groups. The International Organization for Migration (IOM) reported that 7,029 individuals were displaced since late September, with a significant portion being women and children. Many families are seeking refuge in already strained communities, highlighting urgent needs for food, shelter, and healthcare. The IOM warns of worsening humanitarian conditions as funding decreases and safe returns to original areas remain uncertain. The Mozambican government confirmed new attacks and kidnappings in the region, which has faced armed insurgency since 2017, resulting in significant casualties.