Somalia: 2 Million Children Malnourished as Aid Dries Up

Drought, conflict, and a sharp reduction in global funding have pushed nearly 6 million people in Somalia—roughly one in three citizens—into crisis-level hunger. According to the latest assessments, two million children in the country are now suffering from acute malnutrition. This severe condition means their bodies are wasting away, leaving them vulnerable to disease and developmental damage. The convergence of these three factors has created a devastating ripple effect. The ongoing drought has destroyed crops and livestock, while conflict continues to displace families from their land. At the same time, international donors have cut back on food and medical aid, leaving humanitarian agencies unable to keep up with the growing need.