Cabo Verde - Emergency assistance to help populations affected by the volcanic eruption on the island of Fogo

This operation concerns a grant of US$ 270,000 in emergency humanitarian aid to the Republic of Cabo Verde, from the Special Relief Fund, to assist the population affected by the eruption of the Pico de Fogo volcano. This volcanic eruption is an unpredictable event that has caused significant material damage and loss, social and/or economic disruption, and human suffering. This has included the destruction of property, homes and public services, the collapse of industrial, commercial and communications infrastructure, the displacement of people and loss of life. The aim is to provide a direct and immediate response to the humanitarian disaster emergency, in support of the efforts of the Government of Cabooverdi and its partners. National structures alone do not have the capacity to deal with the situation without external support. The total duration of the operation should not exceed 6 months.