The war resulted in extensive civilian casualties, with a high number of women and children losing their lives in airstrikes and shelling. Aid agencies report that over 80% of Kaya's population was displaced. In Donaku, a small farming village, thousands of people sought refuge after being displaced by the conflict. A refugee camp administrator mentioned that families are not only seeking food and shelter but also a safe environment for children's education. Due to the danger of schools being targeted, teachers strive to find alternative locations to teach, as last year, the warplanes attacked schools, hospitals, and churches.
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