East Africa Emergency Appeal
Y Care International has launched an emergency appeal in response to the severe droughts unfolding in East Africa.
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In September this year, the Under-Secretary-General for Humanitarian Affairs and Emergency Relief Coordinator, Martin Griffiths, stated that “Famine will happen in Somalia and we fear that it won’t be the only place either”.
Forecasts predict a below-average fifth consecutive rainy season from October to December this year in parts of these countries.
The causes are multiple, with the current drought compounding the issue: In Somalia, flooding, locust infestation, displacements and persistent conflict all contribute to the current food insecurity concerns.
Communities across the region face the increased threat of famine in 2023.
A message from the YMCA around the UK and Ireland
YMCA England and Wales
YMCA Ireland
YMCA Scotland
Y Care International, in conjunction with our humanitarian partners in East Africa, have launched an emergency appeal to respond to this crisis.
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If total donations exceed need, we will use them to respond to other emergencies.
