In northern and western regions an estimated 22 million people are experiencing devastating food insecurity due to drought, conflict and economic pressures. However, huge numbers of people still have limited access to essential supplies and basic services including food, fuel and healthcare. The total UK funding announced today is £16.6 million supporting more than 600,000 people. Money will be pooled with multi-donor funding alongside international partners, and will go to regions across Ethiopia including Oromia, Amhara, Afar and Harar city zones. The funding means the UK will meet its commitment to spend £156 million in humanitarian aid to East Africa in the financial year 2022 to 2023.

Source: Ethiopian News January 20, 2023 20:00 UTC