The Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) remains one of the world’s most complex and protracted humanitarian crises in the world. An estimated 26.4 million people are in need in 2023.

The humanitarian situation continues to deteriorate in DRC where the lives of millions of people remain difficult, particularly in the eastern provinces of the country, due to a volatile security situation and local community conflicts. Attacks against civilians, including internally displaced people (IDPs), have increased over the past year, especially in Ituri provinces. Today, more than 26.4 million people in DRC are facing severe and acute food insecurity, with nearly 5.7 million IDPs forced to move sometimes several times, and 500,000 refugees and asylum seekers from neighboring countries hosted in the country. 

Humanitarian organizations in the DRC operate in a complex and challenging environment marked by persistent insecurity and limited infrastructures.

In 2022, the humanitarian community received 48% of USD 1.88 billion needed, meaning that difficult operational decisions were made vis-a-vis those in need.

For 2023, the humanitarian community needs 2.25 billion $ to provide assistance and protection to 10 million persons.