Somalia Is Facing Another Food Crisis: Here’s Why – and What Can Be Done to Stop the Cycle
Since the fall of Siad Barre’s regime in 1991, which led to a prolonged period of civil unrest, Somalia has been in a near-constant state of food insecurity. It also suffered two famines – in 1992 and 2011.
Every year, between April and May (when crop is planted), aid agencies make dire predictions about the impending doom of the upcoming growing season and to appeal for funds to support increased food aid.