Fire Disaster urgent Relief - Ndiba Street - Kumba

PROJECT REPORT: Emergency Response & Recovery Initiative for Fire Victims in Ndiba Street, Kumba I Municipality 1. Project Title

Emergency Humanitarian Support & Resettlement for Fire Victims of Ndiba Street, Kumba I Municipality

2. Summary

On the morning of June 27, 2025, a devastating fire swept through Ndiba Street (popularly known as Under Mango) in the Kumba I Municipality. The incident destroyed five wooden houses, leaving nearly 20 families homeless. The majority of the victims are Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs) who had already fled their homes due to the ongoing Anglophone crisis, making the situation even more distressing.

The fire caused significant material loss, destroying shelter, personal belongings, food items, documents, and livelihoods. Fortunately, no human casualties were recorded.

• Total Goal: €512,719
• Remaining Amount: €512,633
• Donors: 2
• Monthly Donors: 0
• Fundraisers: 1
• Project Duration: 4 months

3. Problem Statement / Challenge

The fire disaster has resulted in:

Immediate Challenges

1. Destruction of Property:
   Five homes constructed mainly from wood burnt completely, causing total loss of household items, clothing, food, furniture, and working tools.

2. Displacement of Families:
   Nearly 20 families—mostly IDPs affected by the Anglophone crisis—now lack shelter and basic necessities. Many are already vulnerable, unemployed, and traumatized due to previous displacement.

3. Lack of Emergency Relief:
   Victims require urgent support including food, bedding, temporary shelter, medical care, and counseling.

Underlying Vulnerabilities

• Poor housing standards and congestion in informal settlements
• Limited access to fire prevention knowledge or tools
• Psychological distress due to repeated crises
• Weak enforcement of safety regulations

4. Project Objectives

This project aims to:

1. Provide urgent relief and temporary shelter to displaced families.
2. Reconstruct safer and more resilient homes to restore dignity and security.
3. Strengthen fire prevention systems within the community.
4. Support psychosocial healing and emotional recovery.
5. Restore livelihoods and economic stability among affected families.
6. Improve housing and safety practices to prevent future fire outbreaks.

5. Proposed Solutions / Interventions Intervention Description Emergency Support Provide food, clothing, blankets, mattresses, hygiene kits, and temporary shelter materials Reconstruction of Safer Homes Build durable, fire-resistant housing for affected families using safer materials and improved layout Psychosocial Support Offer trauma counseling, group healing sessions, and mental health support Fire Safety & Prevention Training Train households on fire management, emergency response, safe cooking, and electrical safety Provision of Firefighting Equipment Distribute fire extinguishers, sand buckets, kits, and establish community response points Livelihood Recovery Grants/Loans Provide financial assistance or small loans to restore small businesses or means of income Advocacy for Safer Housing Policies Work with authorities to improve housing standards and enforce safety rules Local Monitoring CommissionSet up a community-based committee to track support distribution, monitor reconstruction, and ensure accountability

6. Expected Outcomes

• 20 fire-affected families regain secure, dignified, and resilient shelter
• Improved household safety and disaster preparedness
• A reduction in fire-related incidents in informal settlements
• Affected families recover emotionally and socially
• Livelihoods restored to support self-reliance

7. Long-Term Impact

The project’s broader and lasting impact includes:

1. Improved living conditions for displaced and vulnerable families.
2. Better awareness and preparedness for fire disasters at community level.
3. Reduced risk of fire outbreaks through training, equipment, and regulation.
4. Strengthened resilience and self-reliance among affected populations.
5. Improved collaboration between local councils, traditional authorities, NGOs, and residents.
6. Enhanced housing standards and enforcement of safety regulations by authorities.
7. Psychological stability & restored dignity for families, fostering social cohesion.