Since 1998, regional and internal armed conflict has generated significant population displacement and associated humanitarian needs in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC). Access to health services and water, sanitation, and hygiene facilities remains limited for conflicted-affected populations. The protracted conflict has also reduced access to agricultural land and local markets, undermining livelihoods and increasing population vulnerability. In addition, the DRC is susceptible to a variety of natural hazards, including floods and volcanic eruptions, as well as disease outbreaks. The country experienced significant flooding in 1998 and 2000, a major volcanic eruption in 2002, and malaria and Ebola epidemics in 2000 and 2007, respectively.
Source: US Agency for International Development
Country: Democratic Republic of the Congo
