Severe flooding in East Africa has intensified an already dire humanitarian situation, leaving millions of people in need of assistance, warns the International Rescue Committee (IRC). Shashwat Saraf, East Africa Emergency Director at IRC, sheds light on the escalating crisis and its devastating impact on vulnerable communities. Pre-existing Food InsecurityEven before the floods, approximately 15 million people in East Africa were grappling with food insecurity. Agricultural Loss and Livestock RisksThe flooding has submerged over 1.5 million hectares of land in Somalia, compounding the agricultural challenges. This inundation not only exacerbates existing food insecurity but also leads to substantial agricultural losses.

Source: The North Africa Journal November 23, 2023 15:54 UTC