Needs Assessment Report
For Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs) in Kahda District, Mogadishu, Somalia
February, 2025
Introduction
This report summarizes the findings of a needs assessment conducted for internally displaced persons (IDPs) in Kahda District, Mogadishu, Somalia. This needs assessment was conducted to evaluate the urgent humanitarian needs of internally displaced persons (IDPs) residing in the area. The assessment focused on newly arrived IDPs, as well as those who have been in the camps for an extended period. The findings highlight critical gaps in essential services, including shelter, sanitation, healthcare, nutrition, food security, and education.
The assessment identified a significant influx of displaced persons who recently arrived from conflict- and drought-affected areas, including Barire, Awdheegle, Shangare, and Toorotorow. Many of these individuals lack basic shelter and bedding, exacerbating their vulnerability. Additionally, the overall hygiene and sanitation conditions in the IDP camps are alarmingly poor, with a severe shortage of water and toilets, contributing to unhygienic living conditions.
Despite the availability of emergency medicines, healthcare challenges remain pressing, particularly concerning the deteriorating nutritional status of children within the camps. The widespread food insecurity affects both long-term IDPs and newly arrived families, further straining the already limited resources. Moreover, access to education is severely constrained, with no children reaching primary education levels, leaving a generation at risk of illiteracy and reduced future opportunities.
This report aims to provide an in-depth analysis of these urgent humanitarian concerns and to offer recommendations for immediate interventions to improve the living conditions of the affected populations in Kahda district.
