FAO/GIEWS - Foodcrops and Shortages 06/02 - CONGO, REP OF (3 June)

CONGO, REP OF * (3 June)

A resurgence of fighting in the Pool region (surrounding the capital Brazzaville) at the end of March has led to new population displacements. About 50 000 IDPs have been reported in the region. Some areas have been cut off from humanitarian aid since late March. In late May WFP has started assisting 20 000 IDPs, amidst growing concern about tens of thousands more people trapped in the conflict areas inaccessible to aid agencies.

Cereal imports for the 2002 marketing year are estimated at 125 000 tonnes, mostly wheat and rice.