The United Nations’ Regional Humanitarian Fund for West and Central Africa has allocated $14 million (approximately 8.5 billion CFA francs) to Burkina Faso to address the worsening humanitarian crisis in the country.
This funding, announced in a statement, comes amidst increasing humanitarian needs and declining international aid. It is part of the 2024 Humanitarian Response Plan and will benefit over 360,000 people, including around 210,000 women and girls.
The priority areas for intervention include food security, livelihoods, protection, health, nutrition, water, sanitation, and shelter. Key regions such as Boucle du Mouhoun, the East, the North, and the Sahel, which are severely affected by persistent insecurity and mass displacements, will be targeted.
Of the 23 planned projects, six will be led by Burkinabe NGOs, reflecting a commitment to local engagement in the crisis response.
