Humanitarian Aid
Horn of Africa: Over 7 million children under the age of 5 remain malnourished across Ethiopia, Kenya and Somalia
UNICEF calls for investment in sustainable, resilient systems across the region to protect children and communities from future crises
Climate Change
Horn of Africa: Extreme drought deepens hunger in a region facing conflict
World Food Programme is working with governments on the frontlines of the region¡¯s climate crisis, as millions struggle to eat
Health and Well-being
Madagascar: Glimpse of hope amidst severe droughts
UNFPA giving health services to women and girls in arid Grand Sud.
Climate Change
Climate change triggers food insecurity, poverty and displacement in Africa
Melting of iconic African glaciers symbolizes changes to Earth system.
Climate Change
Multi-agency report highlights the current and future state of the climate in Africa
Climate change increasingly threatens human health, food and water security and socio-economic development in Africa
News
FAO issues alert over third consecutive failed rainy season, worsening hunger in East Africa
Number of people needing humanitarian assistance on the rise
News
Drought is pushing food prices up sharply in East Africa
Soaring cost of basic staples is an extra challenge for pastoralists as livestock prices fall
Also
Climate talks: A faint ray of sunshine in Cancun
But storm clouds loom for efforts to protect Africa's environment