Highlights
The total number of Burundian refugees in Rwanda is 79,217, with about 49,451 refugees living in Mahama camp.
Cases of severe acute malnutrition (SAM) among children 6- 59 months living in the camp have continued to decline, with 26 children currently enrolled for SAM treatment.
There were no new cases of typhoid reported in May and June, due to an effective health and WASH response.
Water provision in Mahama camp has significantly improved and has exceeded the minimum standards, with currently providing 20 litres/person/day. Construction of additional sanitation facilities is ongoing.
7,166 children (3,612 girls and 3,554 boys) are being reached with recreational activities and psychosocial support through child friendly spaces.
The integration of Burundian refugee learners into the Rwandan National education system is almost complete. To date, 19,422 learners are enrolled in grades P1-S6. Shortage of teaching and learning material and capacity of teachers to deliver quality teaching remain key challenges.
Situation Overview & Humanitarian Needs
The total number of refugees in Rwanda has slightly increased since April. According to the Government of Rwanda and UNHCR statistics, as of 29 June 2016 the number of Burundian refugees had reached 79,217, with 49,451 registered in Mahama Camp. The remaining refugees are in reception centres (approximately 4,000) or in Kigali and other urban areas (approximately 25,700).
A recent nutrition survey revealed a further reduction in global acute malnutrition (GAM) from 6.6 percent in October 2015 to 4.7 per cent by May 2016, with a low severe acute malnutrition (SAM) prevalence of 0.5 per cent.
No new cases of typhoid were reported in May and June but surveillance activities continue.