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Why are millions at risk of starvation in Tigray?

Jul 25, 2024
BBC reporter Girmay Gebru discusses the risk of starvation in Tigray, Ethiopia. Over 2 million people are at risk due to drought, leading to the need for food aid and displacement. The aftermath of a two-year war adds to the challenges faced by the region.
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  • Over 2 million people in Tigray face starvation from war and drought effects.
  • Displaced individuals in Tigray lack basic resources and children resort to begging for survival.

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Investigation Reveals Devastating Impact of War and Drought in Tigray

An investigation in Tigray led by BBC verified team exposed that over 2 million people face starvation due to the effects of a brutal war and drought. The war between the Ethiopian government, Eritrea, and the Tigray People's Liberation Front resulted in violence, displacement, and infrastructure damage. Critical infrastructure like the Maikor dam has dried up, affecting farmers who depended on it for their livelihood, leading to challenges in accessing water and food.

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