In 2024, millions of people worldwide were forced to flee their homes but remained within their own countries due to conflict, violence, or natural disasters.
Sudan topped the list with an estimated 11.8 million internally displaced persons (IDPs), reflecting the devastating humanitarian impact of ongoing internal conflicts and political instability.
Syria and Colombia followed closely, each reporting 7.4 million IDPs, highlighting the persistent effects of civil unrest, armed conflict, and natural calamities.
The Democratic Republic of Congo (7 million), Yemen (5.3 million), and Afghanistan (5.2 million) also reported high displacement, driven largely by prolonged conflict, weak governance, and frequent violent incidents that disrupt daily life.
Nigeria (4.6 million) and Myanmar (4 million) experienced significant internal displacement due to both armed conflict and natural disasters, including flooding and other climate-related events.
Ukraine reported 3.7 million IDPs, a continuation of displacement caused by the ongoing conflict.
The infographic emphasises that conflict and violence are the main drivers of internal displacement, with natural disasters contributing to a smaller, yet significant, share.
These figures underscore the global humanitarian challenge posed by internal displacement, highlighting the urgent need for coordinated humanitarian assistance, durable solutions for affected populations, and political interventions to address the root causes of forced migration.
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