Mozambique – New displacements due to NSAG attacks, Situation Report #1 – Chiúre, Ancuabe and Muidumbe districts, Cabo Delgado (As of 1 August 2025)

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Mozambique – New displacements due to NSAG attacks, Situation Report #1 – Chiúre, Ancuabe and Muidumbe districts, Cabo Delgado (As of 1 August 2025)

9:42 CAT | 04 Aug 2025

Non-operational hand pump Micone Site in Chiure. [Photo: OCHA]

Originally published2 Aug 2025

Key highlights

In July, 46,667 people (11,005 families) were displaced across Chiúre, Ancuabe and Muidumbe districts in Cabo Delgado as a result of NSAG attacks, Chiúre is the most affected district with 42,411 people displaced (10,075 families).

Rapid response has started but urgent replenishment of emergency stocks is needed to allow supporting all affected people and preserve ongoing prioritized response to the most vulnerable in Cabo Delgado.

International law requires allowing civilians to move to safer areas away from the danger of attacks and allowing them to freely choose where they go, subject to restrictions that are consistent with international human rights law.

Situation overview

Between 20 and 28 July, IOM/DTM and NGO Rapid Response Movement Alerts reported that attacks by NSAGs and fear of attacks triggered the displacement of an estimated 46,667 people across Chiúre, Ancuabe and Muidumbe districts, Cabo Delgado province (IOM DTM, ETT 136). People on the move often lack civil documentation. There are also reports of involuntary relocations. Insecurity persists. These challenges may impact the ability of displaced people to move freely and safely access basic services in a timely manner and maintain their livelihoods.

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The total number of displaced people in Chiure stands at 42,411 (8,482 households) with an unusually high percentage being children (25,117), followed by women (9,183) and men (8,111). Of concern, there are reports of many unaccompanied and/or separated children. People fled attacks in Chiúre Velho, Ocua, and Mazeze to Chiúre Sede. The IDPs are being sheltered in Bairro Micone (20,717 people) and in Bairro Namicir (21,694 people). The top three priority needs as identified by the people are food, shelter & NFIs.

In Ancuabe district, the number of displaced people has risen significantly – from 155 families reported on 22 July to 444 families (1,946 individuals), according to IOM/DTM reports. The demographic breakdown includes 1,216 children, 395 men and 355 women. People fled Nanduli village following attacks by NSAGs and have sought refuge in the Chiote and Ancuabe neighbourhoods within Ancuabe Sede. This sharp increase highlights the urgent need for coordinated humanitarian support, particularly in shelter, protection, and basic services.

In Muidumbe district, NSAGs reportedly set fire to houses in Magaia village and opened gunfire near Mungue village. As of 28 July, a total of 2,110 individuals (486 families) have been displaced to the following locations: Chitunda, Lyautua, Matambalale, Namacande, Nangunde, Ntchinga, Nampanha, Matambalale displacement site. The displaced population includes 831 children, 780 women and 699 men. This latest incident underscores the continued volatility in Muidumbe, with NSAG increased presence in the district lower areas and the urgent need for protection and humanitarian assistance in the affected areas.

The displaced population includes 831 children, 780 women and 699 men. This latest incident underscores the continued volatility in Muidumbe, with NSAG increased presence in the district lower areas and the urgent need for protection and humanitarian assistance in the affected areas.

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Source: UN Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs / Media Release