From 2018 to 2024, Burundi experienced severe climate shocks affecting over 1 million people, displacing 196,171 individuals. Key affected areas include Kirundo, Bujumbura Rural, and Ngozi, with significant destruction to homes and agricultural lands.
Since 2018, Burundi has faced significant climate-related challenges, particularly due to torrential rains, floods, and strong winds. These climate shocks have led to the displacement of 196,171 individuals out of a total of 1,016,849 affected persons. The impacts of these disasters extend beyond immediate human suffering, inflicting damage on infrastructure and agricultural resources.
Burundi is particularly vulnerable to climate change, with extreme weather events increasingly leading to humanitarian crises. The severe weather patterns have predominantly affected the northern provinces, with Kirundo, Bujumbura Rural, and Ngozi being the hardest hit. The resulting consequences include widespread displacement, destruction of homes, and severe agricultural loss.
Between January 2018 and December 2024, the adverse effects of climate shocks in Burundi underlined the urgent need for improved disaster management and resilience strategies. The extensive human and material losses highlight the increasing vulnerability of the population and infrastructure to climate impact.
Original Source: reliefweb.int
