UN Food and Agriculture Organization

Thousands of people in Somalia are fleeing a yearslong drought and deepening humanitarian crisis, moving from rural areas into major hubs like Baidoa. Approximately 2 million people are currently facing emergency levels of food insecurity due to combinations of climate shocks, conflict, and economic pressures. Humanitarian groups warn that increased international assistance is urgently needed as the region remains highly vulnerable to extreme weather.

A deepening humanitarian emergency in Somalia is forcing thousands of people to flee rural areas due to years of drought, conflict, and economic pressures. Major hubs like Baidoa are hosting massive displaced populations who lack adequate food or essential support. International groups are calling for increased aid, noting that millions face emergency levels of food insecurity while also projecting risks from future climate shocks.

Uganda faces a severe drought causing at least 16 deaths and crop losses, with El Niño potentially intensifying regional weather extremes. The Trump administration revised endangered species protections to allow habitat development, and the UK reduced rainforest conservation funding.