East African Drought
latest news & developments
The causes of Somalia’s conflict and famine are bad governance, not climate change
Famine and conflict can either be prevented, or the impact minimised, if institutions and mechanisms of good governance are in place
Surviving El Niño
Amidst competing claims for emergency aid, averting tragedy in east and southern Africa must be a priority.
UN says Somalia famine could spread
The UN says famine is set to spread to two new southern Somali regions with millions of people reeling from extreme drought.
China paying ‘close attention’ to Africa famine
China has said it was paying "close attention" to a disastrous famine in the Horn of Africa after top US House Democrat urged it to do more.
Somali women preyed on by rapists amid famine
Somali refugees are falling victim to rape and assault as the region endures its worst drought in over 60 years.