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Concern in Burundi supporting refugees from Democratic Republic of Congo
By Concern Worldwide at ReliefWeb
· June 24, 2026
· 3 min read
Countries: Burundi, Democratic Republic of the Congo . Some 60 per cent of the camp’s occupants are children. The camp is overcrowded with an insufficient water supply, inadequate sanitation infrastructure like toilets and showers, and has overstretched health and nutrition services. These condition
Key takeaway Some 60 per cent of the camp’s occupants are children.
Why this matters
The situation in Burundi's Busuma camp highlights the complexities of refugee support, where overcrowding and insufficient resources exacerbate vulnerabilities, particularly among children and pregnant women. With international funding cuts looming, the pressure on humanitarian resources is expected to worsen, making Concern Worldwide's expanded activities crucial in providing nutrition support and improving sanitation. The fact that many refugees are voluntarily returning to eastern DRC despite ongoing conflicts and an Ebola outbreak underscores the dire conditions in the camp. Concern's focus on nutrition and health services for pregnant and breastfeeding women addresses a critical gap, as these services are severely limited. As the situation continues to unfold, it will be essential to monitor the impact of Concern's efforts and the effects of funding cuts on the camp's inhabitants, as well as the potential consequences of refugees returning to unstable areas in DRC.
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Category: disaster ·
Published: June 24, 2026 ·
Source: ReliefWeb ·
Reading time: 3 min
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What is this story about? Countries: Burundi, Democratic Republic of the Congo . Some 60 per cent of the camp’s occupants are children. The camp is overcrowded with an insufficient water supply, inadequate sanitation infrastructure like toilets and showers, and has overstretched health and nutrition services. These condition
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