Post by Concern Worldwide

In Somalia, a rapidly deteriorating humanitarian emergency is emerging. Alarming levels of food insecurity and malnutrition are being driven by drought, conflict, displacement and soaring food and fuel prices. At Concern, we are working to support impacted households through cash payments, water and sanitation initiatives, and health and nutrition services where the need is the most severe. We are treating children who have been diagnosed with malnutrition, but the magnitude of the crisis continues to outpace available resources. “Currently over six million people in Somalia are facing high levels of food insecurity and the number of acutely malnourished children is forecasted to reach 1.88 million by the end of the year,” Concern Worldwide Country Director in Somalia, Richard Nunn, said. “Last month’s Integrated Food Security Phase Classification (IPC) report warned there is a risk of famine in parts of Somalia. Poor rains and failed harvests reflect the collapse of local food production systems.” “The alarm bells are ringing in Somalia. An urgent response is required if lives are to be saved.” Read more: https://bit.ly/4uS3W8h