Burkina Faso

Insecurity in Burkina Faso has spread further south and west, now affecting large parts of the country. At the end of 2023, more than 2 million Burkinabe had fled their homes. Displaced and hosting communities are facing severe protection risks, exacerbating vulnerabilities and reinforcing the impact of food insecurity. In 2023, Project 21 collected data through almost 10,000 interviews in 11 out of 13 regions, covering communes in 70% of the country.

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Areas monitored by Project 21

Population movements in last month

36%

Primary displacements

50%

1 in 10 people in Burkina Faso had to flee their homes. With insecurity spreading to new areas, secondary displacements are increasing. 3 in 4 movements are linked to conflict.

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Communities with movement restrictions

44%

Protection incidents in last month

29%

80% of restrictions concern movement out of communities, mostly due to armed groups, indicating the impact of enclaved and blocked areas. Murders and homicides are the most frequently reported type of protection incidents, at nearly 1 in 6.

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Reported protection incidents related to GBV

13%

No access to support services

20%

Reports of GBV incidents are increasing, with displaced women and girls most at risk. Harmful practices such as early and forced marriage are worsened by crisis. Domestic violence is on the rise. Access to services is largely insufficient.

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No primary school

20%

No security at school

30%

8 out of 10 school closures are directly linked to insecurity. Lack of financial resources is the main reason for not attending school. School drop-outs increase sharply in conflict-affected zones.

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Worried about return of displaced people

27%

Household member with special needs

43%

Conflict and displacement increase pressure on resources, including on social services. 1 in 6 persons with specific needs have a severe medical condition. Mistrust towards displaced people and inter-community tensions are increasing.

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