Hunger Crisis in East Africa 2023-03-14
2023-03-14
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East Africa faces a severe humanitarian crisis with millions displaced due to drought and famine. The UK previously provided more aid during milder crises.
What recent assessment has he made of the implications for his policies of the hunger crisis in East Africa? The £156 million of aid is five times less than six years ago for a milder crisis. With an exodus in east Africa, what more can the Government do to help communities stay at home?
British development policy aims to help people remain safe and secure. The crisis requires international response, not just money but skill and expertise, with British leadership at the forefront.
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Specific actions or commitments beyond general statements of intent were not provided
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Oxfam estimates one death every 36 seconds in east Africa due to food insecurity. Drought has displaced nearly 2 million people in Ethiopia and Somalia.
The 'Integrated Review Refresh' failed to acknowledge the unfolding crisis. With drought and famine displacing millions, what further action can the Government take to support people on the ground?
The UK is supporting 8 million people in Ethiopia with humanitarian aid and promoting water conservation. In Sudan, £320,000 vulnerable people receive food support thanks to British assistance.
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The £156 million of aid is five times less than the amount provided six years ago for a milder crisis. There is an exodus of biblical proportions in east Africa.
In light of the current humanitarian crisis, what more can be done to help communities remain at home?
British development policy aims to keep people safe and secure. The horn of Africa crisis requires an international response, with British leadership providing skill and expertise.
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The war in Ukraine has disrupted food supplies, causing inflation and shortages. It's possible more people have died in east Africa due to grain price increases than within Ukraine.
What assessment has the Department made of the impact of grain prices caused by grain not going into East Africa from Ukraine?
Putin's invasion disrupted food supplies in the Sahel and east Africa, causing rising inflation and shortages. Britain is working with international allies to address these issues.
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Students in Kenya described the impact of drought and failed crops on their lives and education due to climate change.
What more can be done not just to address the current crisis but introduce long-term mitigation measures against climate change?
The UK discusses resilience and adaptation with Kenya, dealing with humanitarian issues, trade, investment, drought, and other concerns.
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48 million people face crisis levels of hunger in East Africa. The region has been taken out of the integrated review despite understanding that climate adaptation and real partnership are key.
What actions will be taken to address the fundamental causes of this cycle of crises?
The hon. Lady is wrong about it being removed from the IR; Britain works with its allies across the international community to stop the crisis caused by failed rains.
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