Democratic Republic of the Congo

Maize (second season), rice (in the north), and cassava (in the south) are being harvested, while yams is in the growth stage under variable rainfall conditions. Kwilu, a leading cereal-producing region representing 10.6% of the national output, received 29% less rainfall in the last 30 days compared to the long-term average. FEWS NET reports that the anticipated poor Season B harvests, due this month, are unlikely to replenish household food supplies. Conflict-affected areas such as Masisi, Rutshuru, and Kwamouth are expected to remain in Crisis (IPC Phase 3), with some displaced households facing Emergency conditions (IPC Phase 4). Ongoing conflict between various non-state armed groups, government forces, and regional and international military interventions, as well as the escalation of high-intensity conflict into North Kivu Province, continue to hinder agricultural activities and restrict farmers' access to their fields. Consequently, total crop production for 2024 is projected to fall below the five-year average, according to GIEWS.