WFP Regional Impact of the C.A.R. Crisis Situation Report #12, 19 March 2015

WFP’s new C.A.R. Regional Emergency Operation (EMOP) 200799 began on 1 January 2015 in response to another wave of insecurity and further displacement of popula-tions. The operation ensures that WFP meets immediate food security needs of vulnerable populations in conflict-affected communities, sites of displacement and refuge, and refugee/returnee receiving areas. In February, under the EMOP, WFP reached some 626,000 beneficiaries in Cameroon, C.A.R., Chad, DRC and RoC.

Urgent resources are needed due to logistical/supply chain challenges and the long lead time to position the food to meet beneficiaries’ needs in the coming months. The imminent rainy season could further stretch lead times for commodities to reach distribution points. Prep-ositioning is vital at this stage to ensure a smooth and effective flow of food commodities and ensure uninter-rupted assistance.