Stand up for Somalia

Christine Kolesnikov

Hypnosis - Senior Editor

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People are dying of hunger... there’s no water’

In Somalia, more than 6 million people are in need of food assistance – more than half the population. But even inside the camps, food is scarce.

Let’s help them. I know you can

Drought, impending famine and the presence of terrorist group Al-Shabaab have left the country and its people in a desperate situation.

Cheeks sunken, he stands next to his shelter recalling tales of those in his village who had lost their lives.

Still ‘neglected’

“The situation is critical in Somalia. People are dying of hunger and there is no water,” said Mogadishu resident Noor Ibrahim, who fled his home to seek help at a camp.

“Al-Shabaab blocks the roads, there is no access for food aid, the Shabaab steal food as well.

We didn’t eat this morning, we haven’t had a meal in ten days. We are still waiting for food.

The past days have been cruel on Fatumata and her two young children – forced to walk over 100 miles in search of food, water and sanctuary.

Her three-year-old daughter Shankaron sits on her lap, eyes blank and scared. It is a look that is far too common in these parts.

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