CHF-DMA-0489-092 “Improving the living conditions for displaced populations” – 1,222,903$

Bossaso currently hosts a total of 49,000 IDP spread over 27 settlements.  As per the Humanitarian Gaps Analysis (HGA) completed in December 2010, the settlements are characterized by a lack of proper site planning and a design leading to fire, poor quality of shelters, lack of lighting, and serious congestion leading to overstretched basic services.

UNHCR in coordination with other partners have implemented shelter activities in Bossaso consistently for the past three years.  UNHCR has provided NFIs and fire retardant shelters to improve the overall well-being of the IDPs by reducing their exposure to the harsh weather in Bossaso. Due to major gaps in the humanitarian response, coupled with frequent fire outbreaks leading to loss of distributed relief items, many needs remain unmet with serious consequences for persons of concern.

This project will improve the sanitary conditions of IDPs and host communities in North and South Galkayo, as well as mitigate protection risks for IDPs making an income through garbage collection.  This fund will also cover the refurbishment of three police stations in Puntland and training of law enforcement officials on international humanitarian law and refugee/IDP and migrant rights.