Central African Republic

One in every five Central African remains displaced either within the country or abroad, mainly in neighbouring countries because of conflict, violence, lack of essential services and extreme weather events.

Violations of human rights and international humanitarian law and extreme weather events such as floods continue to lead to new displacements.

Humanitarian needs remain high, despite the recent improvement in the security situation. About 38 per cent of the country’s population is extremely vulnerable to the point that humanitarian assistance alone will not be enough for their well-being.

Clashes between parties to the conflict and attacks on civilians and infrastructure such as schools and hospitals persist. The war in Sudan and tensions in southern Chad, have led to the arrival of refugees, asylum seekers and of returnees to already fragile area that have very limited humanitarian assistance.

The number of people in need of humanitarian assistance in 2025 has dropped by more than 14 per cent from 2024 partly because of the improvement in the situation and partners have strived to present more nuanced and rigorous analysis of humanitarian needs. The new analysis has identified the most vulnerable people to be based in Bangui, Bambari, Paoua and Bossangoa.

Besides displacement, poor essential services, worsened by few socio-economic opportunities, continue to negatively affect the lives of the people. High rates of gender-based violence also showcase the need to strengthen efforts to end discrimination against women and girls and people with disabilities. 
 

The humanitarian community aims to provide assistance to 1.8 million of the most vulnerable Central Africans for which it needs US $326.1 million. 

The response aims to not only provide urgent lifesaving assistance to people recently affected by conflicts, violence, health emergencies and extreme weather, but also to promote durable solutions to displacement. The response strategy also includes pre-positioning aid for anticipatory action.