The Niger | Response overview (March 2020)
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Increased insecurity and intercommunal conflict in the Niger have exacerbated existing vulnerabilities linked to the effects of natural disasters, epidemic diseases, plant pests and structural issues, causing an unprecedented humanitarian crisis in the country. In addition, the arrival of about 218 260 refugees fleeing violence in Nigeria and Mali are increasing pressure on local populations’ already limited resources. Tensions between farmers and herders persist, leading to the displacement of thousands of people both within the Niger, particularly in the Diffa and southeastern regions, and to neighbouring countries. These factors have hampered agricultural and pastoral activities. While the latest Cadre Harmonisé analysis (November 2019) indicated higher levels of food insecurity and malnutrition, with over 1.9 million people projected to be facing severe acute food insecurity during the upcoming lean season (June–August 2020), providing livelihood support to vulnerable pastoral and agropastoral households is crucial to safeguard livelihoods and prevent the worsening of this unprecedented crisis.