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Add to Preferred SourcesThe European Commission announced new humanitarian support for the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), with an initial amount of €60 million for 2025.
Following the latest developments in the country’s East, the European Union stands ready to boost emergency assistance, particularly for the newly displaced populations in and around Goma. The new funding will support the urgent needs of displaced populations and those affected by recent conflicts and epidemics.
Assistance includes:
- Shelter and camp management.
- Clean water systems and latrines.
- Basic food rations or cash transfers.
- Education in Emergencies for the most vulnerable conflict-affected children.
The EU is a major donor for the humanitarian response in the DRC. This new funding brings the total EU humanitarian assistance to DRC to over €272 million since the beginning of 2023. It comes in addition to the EU Humanitarian Aid Flights which deliver humanitarian personnel and cargo throughout eastern DRC.
The protection of civilians remains a priority and an entry point for EU-funded humanitarian actions. Specific importance is placed on addressing issues related to gender-based violence, including prevention and a holistic response integrating health, Mental Health and Psychosocial Support, and socio-economic response, as part of the response to the humanitarian needs in the DRC.