Archive · 22 Dec 2025
Somalia drought affects 4.6 million people
A really bad drought in Somalia is making life very hard for 4.61 million people.
The rain didn't come like it usually does, and this is making it tough for farmers and people who take care of animals.
The United Nations is trying to help, but they don't have enough money.
The next rains aren't expected until April 2026, so the next few months are really important.
The drought is worst in the middle, south, and north of Somalia, but it's spreading to other places too.
The UN has given some money to help, but they need more to make sure people have enough food and water.
Drought in Somalia affects 4.61 million people due to poor rainy seasons.
UN warns of severe funding shortfalls for humanitarian assistance.
Authorities urge urgent aid to prevent livelihood collapse and loss of lives.
Next rains expected only in April 2026, with critical period from January to March 2026.
UN has allocated 10 million US dollars for early action, targeting 603,000 people.
- Who
- 4.61 million people in Somalia
- What
- Drought emergency affecting pastoral and farming livelihoods
- When
- Current, with critical period from January to March 2026
- Where
- Somalia, particularly central, southern, and northern regions
- Why
- Poor performance of two main rainy seasons and funding shortfalls
- Number of affected people
- 4.61 million
- Areas most affected
- Central, southern, and northern regions
- Funding allocated by UN
- 10 million US dollars
- People targeted by UN aid
- 603,000
- Expected duration of drought
- Until April 2026