Djibouti seeks aid as thousands of Yemeni refugees overwhelm capacity

Djibouti’s interior minister has issued a warning that the influx of people entering the country has already surpassed the nation’s capacity to accommodate them. The statement, made during a recent press briefing, highlighted concerns over the strain on housing, public services and humanitarian resources as arrivals continue to outpace the limited infrastructure available in the small East African state.

The minister’s remarks come amid growing regional migration pressures, with Djibouti serving as a transit point for individuals fleeing conflict and economic hardship in neighboring countries. Authorities are reportedly assessing additional measures to manage the surge, though specific policy responses have not yet been detailed. The warning underscores the challenges faced by Djibouti in balancing humanitarian obligations with the practical limits of its national capacity.