Bosnia and Herzegovina: Inter-Agency Operational Update: Bosnia and Herzegovina (01 - 30 April 2019)

Last Update: 2019-06-06 00:00:00 - Source: Relief Web

Source: UN High Commissioner for Refugees
Country: Afghanistan, Bangladesh, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Iran (Islamic Republic of), Iraq, Libya, Pakistan, Syrian Arab Republic, World

April saw an increased number of refugees and migrants in UnaSana Canton (USC) and in particular of unaccompanied and separated children and families.

Protection outreach efforts have been intensified and a dedicated Working Group established in USC to coordinate protection efforts outside of centres.

Measles, mumps, and rubella, immunization of refugee and migrant children commenced in April, with the support of the WHO, UNICEF, and partners.

Key Indicators

  • 6,000 – 6,500 estimated refugee and migrant population at the end of April 2019
  • 4,294 max available accommodation as of 30 April 2019
  • >240,000 meals provided in April 2019 in BiH
  • >5,250 Medical check-ups conducted in April 2019