Multisectoral Needs Assessment Rab-Dhuure, Somalia

The underserved Rabd-Dhuure district is located in the Bakool region of southwestern Somalia. The area has been under the control of Non-State Armed Groups (NSAGs) for over a decade, severely limiting access to goods, services, and humanitarian support. On September 25th, DRC's Mobile Emergency Response Team (MERT) conducted a Multi-Sectoral Rapid Needs Assessment (MSRNA) focusing on settlements identified as highly vulnerable by leadership structures within the area. This included Rab- Dhuure town, Isdhoorti, Gubey, Imilo, Wardhujiiley, and Warxinshile. The DRC assessment team conducted 18 Key Informant Interviews (KIIs) with community leaders who travelled to a safe meeting point in Wajid. Further triangulation was also conducted with local authorities. Key findings from the assessment have highlighted severe food insecurity due to limited rainfall, leading to crop failures and household displacements.