Mozambique: Humanitarian Snapshot, as of February 2026

In February, the humanitarian situation was marked by a combination of public health challenges, displacement-related vulnerabilities, and ongoing emergency response activities.

In Nampula province, the expansion of the cholera outbreak raised concerns among health and WASH partners. By the end of February, the Ministry of Health reported confirmed cases in nine districts: Ilha de Moçambique, Erati, Memba, Moma, Nacala Porto, Nacala Velha, Monapo, Mogovolas and Mogincual. Funding limitations have constrained the ability to respond to the growing caseload and geographic spread. The response has also been complicated by misinformation regarding the causes and transmission of cholera, which has triggered incidents of communal violence against health workers, community leaders and local authorities. Humanitarian partners have finalized the Cholera Anticipatory Action Framework, which is awaiting final approval by the Government for activation.

In Cabo Delgado, deteriorating living conditions among urban IDPs. A report released on 18 February 2026 by IOM and UN-Habitat highlights deteriorating living conditions for urban IDPs in Pemba, Metuge, and Mecufi (Cabo Delgado). Limited humanitarian assistance, high housing costs, and insecure land tenure—combined with the impacts of Cyclones Chido and Dikeledi in 2025—have deepened vulnerabilities, leading to food insecurity and gaps in access to basic services. Despite these challenges, around 60% of the 6,673 surveyed IDPs expressed preference for local integration rather than returning to their areas of origin, citing better security, access to services, and livelihood opportunities in urban areas.

Flood-related preparedness and response activities also continued during the month. In Montepuez district, heavy and prolonged rainfall throughout February led to localized flooding as water levels in the Montepuez River rose sharply after the upstream Chipembe Dam reached capacity. In response to forecasts indicating further increases in water levels, humanitarian partners ADRA Mozambique and Fundação SEPPA activated their Anticipatory Action Plan for riverine flooding. A total of U$140,000 was released to implement anticipatory measures in high-risk communities, including early warning dissemination and the distribution of value vouchers to approximately 9,400 people. The Cyclone Anticipatory Action Framework was activated ahead of impact of Cyclone Gezani that was projected to affect Inhambane province. An allocation of $5 million from the Central Emergency Response Fund allowed critical readiness activities. Although Cyclone Gezani ultimately did not make landfall in Mozambique, its effects were felt. INGD reported that approximately 9,000 people were affected in Inhambane Province and 2,000 homes were destroyed or affected.

Community trust and displacement challenges in Chiure district. In Chiure district, Cabo Delgado, humanitarian partners conducted a joint access and security assessment on 4–5 February in Napala locality following the last reported non-state armed group (NSAG) attack in October 2025. The mission underscored critical community concerns regarding the transparency and fairness of beneficiary targeting, which have implications for community trust and the safe delivery of humanitarian assistance. Consultations with affected communities further revealed a strong reluctance to relocate to formal displacement sites. Many residents reported preferring temporary displacement to nearby forest areas, citing limited assistance in displacement locations and tensions with host communities.