East Africa Food Crisis
Millions of people in East Africa are facing a humanitarian crisis driven by drought, conflict, and rising global food prices.
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The situation
- Millions in need of emergency food support in Ethiopia, Somalia and Kenya
- Widespread threat to livelihoods among landless, pastoralist and internally displaced communities
- Risk of disease in drought-affected areas with poor hygiene and sanitation
Oxfam's response
Oxfam and its partners are already responding to the current crisis in Ethiopia, Kenya, south and central Somalia, and Somaliland.
Ethiopia
Oxfam is providing support to more than 50,000 vulnerable women, men and children in Ethiopia.
Somalia
35 per cent of the population in Somalia are in need of humanitarian assistance.
Kenya
Oxfam is providing support to people in northern Kenya who have been particularly badly affected by rising food prices and drought.
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Donate to Oxfam's World Food Crisis Appeal.
Global Food Crisis
Rising food prices in East Africa are part of a global trend affecting millions.
