IGAD Regional Focus of the Global Report on Food Crises Report
July 23 , 2023 490 days 409 0
The Intergovernmental Authority on Development (IGAD), released this report.
This report provides valuable insights into the magnitude of the food crises and serves as a basis for informed decision-making.
In 2022, a staggering 55.45 million people across Djibouti, Ethiopia, Kenya, Somalia, South Sudan, Sudan, and Uganda required urgent food assistance, representing a critical situation.
The report emphasizes the urgent need for collaborative efforts to combat the dire food crises in the IGAD region.
Climatic factorsidentified as the primary cause of acute food insecurity in Ethiopia, Kenya, Somalia, and Uganda.
Conversely, Djibouti, South Sudan, and Sudan experienced acute food insecurity due to economic shocks.