Horn of Africa Drought Relief

Thank you so much for your support of this project. I’m writing to share some updates from ActionAid’s emergency response to the drought in the Horn of Africa. We appreciate you taking the time to learn about and act in response to this crisis.

The East Africa drought and food crisis, particularly affecting the Horn of Africa, has evolved into a largescale humanitarian crisis. After the March-May 2022 rain season was the driest on record in the last 70 years, early forecasts indicate that the October-December 2022 rain season is also likely to fail. The crisis continues to grow as at least 36.1 million people have now been affected by the drought which began in October 2020.

ActionAid is on the ground providing direct support across the Horn of Africa. In Somaliland, we are working with village committees, women groups, traditional leaders, and local and national authorities, to design relevant interventions and ensure that those most affected by the crises are supported. In Somaliland, we have provided over 17,000 households with cash transfers so they can support their families and we have also provided over 9,000 people with food and water supplies. This is just one example of the work we are doing across the Horn of Africa to continue supporting all those impacted by this drought. As we approach the difficult winter season, ActionAid remains committed to providing both short- and long-term support.

Now more than ever, your commitment to human rights makes a difference. Thank you again for your solidarity and support.