HOTSPOTS: COASTAL QAYTE’ The coastal region of El Qayte’, composed of Bebnine and its surroundings, is the main urban and peri-urban zone of Akkar, which explains its overpopulation. It is consequently another major hotspot for statelessness in the governorate. 477 stateless adults and children 14% Cluster Parent survey Main survey of Akkari stateless live on the coast of El Qayte’ • The coastal area of El Qayte’ is a densely populated region where, beside locals, many have migrated through the years from the hinterland and other rural regions to live or work. • It is mainly composed of Bebnine, Abdeh, El Mhammara, Wadi El Jamous, Deir Dalloum, Bourj El Arab, and Qobbet Chomra. • Exactly 477 stateless individuals were identified, accounting for 14% of Akkar’s stateless population. Many of the region’s stateless are from the Dom minority. Some are established in informal settlements while others live in semisolid constructions. © 2021 Siren Associates. All Rights Reserved.