UN warns of 'catastrophic' hunger crisis in Somalia as funding dries up

[The Africa news - Africa] - 20/02/2026

NEW YORK, 20th February, 2026 (WAM) -- The United Nations warned on Friday that Somalia is facing one of its most complex hunger crises in recent history, driven by consecutive failed rainy seasons, persistent conflict, and a catastrophic shortfall in humanitarian funding. The World Food (…)

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