Focus on Africa Ethiopia hunger: More than 200 starve to death in Tigray
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Jan 17, 2024 Kalkidan Yibeltal, a BBC reporter, discusses the dire humanitarian crisis in Tigray, Ethiopia, where starvation has affected over 200 lives due to conflict and drought. Kabir Adamo, a security analyst, highlights Nigeria's alarming rise in kidnappings for ransom, emphasizing the role of crowdfunding as a desperate solution. Jumoke Fashola, a documentary maker, explores the multifaceted identity of Black African Britons, shedding light on their influential contributions to UK society and the broader themes of belonging and culture.
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Starvation in Tigray
- Over 200 people have starved in Tigray, Ethiopia since July 2023, according to local authorities.
- Another 16 deaths occurred in Adwa, with the region facing famine comparable to 1984.
Tigray's Crisis: War and Drought
- The Tigray region's crisis began with a brutal two-year war in late 2020, resulting in hundreds of thousands of deaths.
- Millions faced a humanitarian crisis due to food and medical supply shortages, compounded by a severe drought in late 2022.
Millions Affected by Drought
- Drought affects approximately 4 million people in northern Ethiopia, including Tigray and Amhara.
- The UN estimates 20 million Ethiopians rely on aid due to drought, conflict, and flooding.